Latest News – The Horse

SGLT2 Inhibitors for Horses With Metabolic Problems
Here’s when and how veterinarians use these medications for metabolic horses that don’t respond to other treatments.

2 California Horses Test Positive for EIA
The cases are located in San Joaquin and Fresno counties.

Nebraska Horse Reportedly Positive for EHV-4 and Equine Influenza
The horse lives in Washington County.

1 Confirmed, 13 Suspected Strangles Cases in Nebraska
The horses live in Washington and Sarpy counties.

Mulberry-Derived Compound Shows Promise for Managing Insulin Dysregulation in Horses
Researchers have shown mulberry extract helps lower glucose and insulin spikes in horses.

Equine Colic 101
Learn all about colic in horses, how veterinarians manage it, and ways to prevent it in this Ask TheHorse podcast. Sponsored by CareCredit.

U.S. Horse Owners Invited to Participate in Survey on Metabolic Disorders
Survey responses could help Texas A&M researchers better understand prevalence and where additional education on equine metabolic disorders is needed.

Common Nutrient Gaps in Modern Equine Diets
Many horses fall short on key nutrients despite adequate feeding. These gaps can affect hoof quality, recovery, and overall health.

Essential Oil Supplementation in Horses With Insulin Dysregulation
Study: Essential oil blend might help metabolic horses manage insulin.

Vesicular Stomatitis Outbreak Update: 2 New Affected Premises Confirmed in Arizona
The premises are located in Yavapai County.

New Equine Influenza Case Confirmed at Oregon Boarding Facility
Two horses at the Yamhill County facility have now tested positive.

Equine Strangles Case Confirmed in Pennsylvania
The case is located in Lancaster County.

15 California Horses Test Positive for EIA
The cases are located in Stanislaus County.

Florida Pony Tests Positive for Strangles
The pony lives in Holmes County.

Establishing Mule Metabolic Parameters
Mules have their own unique metabolic patterns, and veterinarians shouldn’t rely on horse values to judge their health.

Rocker Shoes for Managing Laminitis in Horses
Rocker shoes might help stabilize horses’ laminitic feet by improving breakover, reducing tendon tension, and redistributing weight to support healing and hoof growth.



