Latest News – The Horse
Stop the Spread of Equine Infectious Disease
Here’s how equine veterinary clinics institute strict biosecurity measures to contain, prevent, and control disease outbreaks.
Humane Housing Options for Stallions
Get practical strategies for managing stallions that support their social needs and improve welfare.
Can Young Horses Develop Joint Disease?
A listener wants to know what osteoarthritis means for young horses.
Study: Protein After Exercise Might Help Horses Build Muscle
Scientists believe feeding horses a high-protein meal shortly after exercise could improve muscle health and growth; however, more research is needed.
Strangles Case Confirmed at Florida Boarding Facility
The case is located in Seminole County.
EDCC: Cluster of EIA Cases Highlights Need for Proper Training at Clinics
A USDA-APHIS investigation traced a multistate EIA cluster to contaminated IV flushes at a Texas clinic. Officials continue IDing and testing potentially exposed horses.
Tips for Horse Owners to Prepare for Hurricanes
As storms approach, horse owners should prepare with updated plans, ID, vaccinations, and emergency supplies.
Washington Horse Euthanized After Contracting Pigeon Fever
The horse lived in Whatcom County.
California Pony Positive for EHM
The pony, confirmed to have equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy, lived in Sonoma County and was euthanized.
Quebec Foal Positive for Rotavirus
The foal lives in Estrie.
Safe Young Horse Training Practices
An equine surgeon answers a listener’s question about the safety of longeing her 2-year-old horse in this podcast excerpt.
The Expanding Threat of Tick-Borne Diseases in Horses
Expanding tick ranges and emerging pathogens are increasing the risk of tick-borne diseases in horses. Learn what researchers and vets say about protecting your horse.
Awesome Antioxidants and How They Help Horses
Where do free radicals come from, and how do antioxidants regain control of these wayward molecules? We answer these questions and more.
Alberta Horse Positive for EIA
The case is located in Clearwater County.
Strangles Case Confirmed at Saratoga Race Course
Barn 85 is under quarantine.
Turnout Time for Young Horse Joint Development
Find out how the amount of time your young horse spends in turnout might affect his joint development, especially in the first years of life.
