Latest News – The Horse
When Heat Becomes Dangerous for Horses
Learn how horses maintain their body temperature and how to respond when heat puts those systems under strain in this article from The Horse‘s Summer 2026 issue.
Choosing the Right Shampoo for Your Horse
Here’s how to choose the right shampoo for your horse’s needs.
FDA Authorizes Emergency Use of Liquid Ivermectin for Short-Term Prevention of NWS in Horses
The prescription solution’s use is not authorized for treatment of wounds that are already infested.
Autoimmune Diseases Affecting Horses
Learn about some of the rare autoimmune diseases that affect the horse’s skin, blood vessels, and the gastrointestinal tract.
Foal Diarrhea Research Advances Prevention and Treatment
Researchers are refining how veterinarians prevent and treat foal diarrhea while uncovering new insights into the disease.
Unvaccinated Arizona Horse Tests Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Maricopa County.
Providing Your Horse With a Lifetime of Care
Horse ownership is a huge commitment. Dr. Wendy Krebs tells us what to expect over the course of our horses’ lives. Sponsored by CareCredit.
How to Treat Scratches in Horses in Humid Environments
Two veterinarians explain how they treat equine scratches in horses that live in hot and humid environments.
Help, My Horse Got Kicked!
Learn why horses get kicked, how veterinarians treat kick injuries, and tips on preventing them.
How Saddle Fit Affects Your Horse’s Performance and Welfare
Poor saddle fit can negatively impact your horse’s health, movement, and performance. Researchers describe the importance of regular saddle-fit checks by experts.
6 Mistakes to Avoid When Managing Equine Back Pain
Quick fixes can miss the real cause. Instead, pursue an accurate diagnosis to better manage and rehab horses with back pain.
Affordable Equine Gastric Ulcer Treatment Options
Find out what advancements have been made toward a more affordable equine gastric ulcer treatment in this Ask TheHorse Live excerpt.
Florida Quarter Horse Euthanized After Contracting EIA
The horse lived in Hillsborough County and was involved in unsanctioned racing.
Florida Horse Tests Positive for EEE
The horse lived in Osceola County and was euthanized.
Tying Up and Hydration: How to Get a Horse to Drink
A reader’s horse that doesn’t like to drink when traveling recently tied up at an event. A nutritionist offers advice to get the horse to hydrate in the future.
What Horse Hair Tells Us
Horse hair offers insights into health, genetics, stress, and even history.
