Latest News – The Horse
EHV-1 Case Confirmed at Montana Boarding Facility
The case is located in Gallatin County.
Respiratory Challenges in Sport Horses
Even subtle breathing issues can cause low oxygen levels, early fatigue, and poor performance in equine athletes.
California Pony Euthanized After Contracting EHM
The pony, which was confirmed to have equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy, lived in Santa Barbara County, where 41 horses are exposed.
Equine Influenza Case Confirmed in Washington
The horse lives in Kittitas County.
Dopamine and Equine Insulin Regulation
Scientists recently examined the role of dopamine in horses with PPID and ID, as well as how pergolide affects dopamine receptors to treat metabolic problems.
Second California Horse Tests Positive for EIA
The case is located in San Joaquin County.
Wisconsin Quarter Horse Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Shawano County.
Tips for Getting Your Horse With PPID To Take His Medication
Some medications are critical for horses’ health but don’t taste great. Here are tips from an equine nutritionist to encourage them to eat their pills.
Understanding Contagious Equine Metritis
Review how CEM spreads between horses, the most recent outbreaks, and biosecurity measures to prevent outbreaks in breeding and other horses.
Tips for Feeding Senior Horses
Feeding senior horses doesn’t have to be complicated. Some need nutrition adjustments based on their health status and body condition. Sponsored by Sentinel Equine Nutrition.
Maryland Gelding Hospitalized With Salmonellosis
The gelding lives in Carroll County.
Front Foot Lameness in Horses: Don’t Forget the Exam
Owner-provided information and a thorough lameness examination can help veterinarians start meaningful investigations into front foot lamenesses.
California Quarter Horse Confirmed Positive for EIA
The equine infectious anemia case is located in San Joaquin County.
EHV-1 Case Confirmed at Maryland Racetrack
Barn 31 at the Laurel Park Racetrack in Prince George’s County, Maryland, is under quarantine after one horse tested positive for EHV-1.
The Many Faces of Equine Metabolic Syndrome
Find out which horses and ponies have a higher genetic risk for EMS and how to manage them.
California Gelding Confirmed Positive for EHM
The gelding, which was diagnosed with equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy, lives in Ventura County.
