Latest News – The Horse

Fat for Improving Your Horse’s Coat Health
Before adding fat to your horse’s diet to improve his coat, be sure he’s on a balanced diet and that you’re grooming him regularly.

Icelandic Gelding in Quebec Positive for Halicephalobus
The horse lived in Estrie and is deceased.

Quebec Horse Positive for Salmonellosis
The horse lives in Montérégie and is recovering.

Ohio Thoroughbred Tests Positive for EHV
The horse lived in Lorain County and was euthanized.

Pros and Cons of Feeding Horses Beet Pulp
An equine nutritionist answers common questions about beet pulp, which has long been a mainstay in many feed rooms for horses, especially during the winter months.

Michigan Quarter Horse Mare Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Livingston County.

Indiana Pony Positive for EHV-1
The pony lives in LaGrange County, where 20 horses are exposed.

2 Maryland Horses Positive for Strangles
The horses live in Montgomery County, where 45 horses are exposed.

Wisconsin Gelding Positive for Strangles
The horse lives at a boarding facility in Racine County.

Caring for Senior Horses in Cold Weather
Cold weather affects older horses more than it does their younger companions. Learn how to keep your senior comfortable and healthy during cold weather.

Ontario Broodmare Positive for EHV-1
The mare lives in Grey County and is recovering.

Top 5 Signs Your Horse Is Stressed Out, Right Now
Can you see the signs of stress? Equine behavior experts share what to look for in your horse.

The Pathogenesis of Soft Tissue Injuries in Horses
Soft tissue injuries can occur in any horse. Learn about the injury cascade and how to help horses on the road to recovery.

Horse Hoof Stressors
Two veterinarians passionate about hoof care share tips for identifying and dealing with hoof stressors they encounter most frequently.

The Frustrations of White Line Disease
Learn how to detect and manage this insidious hoof infection.

Ohio Horse Positive for EHV
The horse lives at a boarding facility in Cuyahoga County.