Latest News – The Horse
North Carolina Confirms First EEE Cases of 2012
Two unvaccinated horses were euthanized this month after contracting the mosquito-borne disease.
Ask the Vet LIVE: Traveling Safely with Horses, July 31
Veterinary panelists will answer questions on keeping horses safe, healthy, and comfortable while on the road.
Defining Liability
A trip to the restroom shouldn’t turn into a contact sport, but sometimes bad things happen. In March 2010, Thomas Duban and his wife, Martha,
15 Facts on Donkey Health
Did you know donkeys are more prone to laminitis in their hind feet, whereas horses tend to founder on their front? Learn about these donkey-health facts and more in our special report.
Virginiamycin for Equine Use to be Banned in U.K.
Virginiamycin is the active ingredient in a veterinary medicine used to prevent laminitis in horses.
Equine Environmental Stewardship Courses Scheduled
Penn State Extension has announced the dates and times of a four-part equine environmental stewardship course.
Florida Deputy Charged in Animal Cruelty Case
The deputy resigned after being charged with animal cruelty for allegedly neglecting Miniature Horses.
Alabama Horse Owners Advised to Vaccinate for EEE, WNV
Two horses–located in Mobile and Washington Counties–have tested positive for EEE in Alabama since June.
Equine Emerging and Surging Diseases: What’s on the Horizon?
Emerging and re-emerging diseases can devastate equine populations and cost the industry millions of dollars.
The Care and Feeding of an Olympic Horse: Flexible
Told that TheHorse.com wanted him to talk about his 2012 Olympic mount’s training and management regimen, jumper rider Rich Fellers chuckled. “This will be a
Keeping Them Going
Not unlike humans, as horses age their physical abilities slowly begin to diminish. Joints might not move quite as easily; little aches and pains might
Horses Displaced by Texas Floods Return Home
The horses were evacuated after heavy, persistent rains caused nearby bayous and creeks to flood.
Show Jumper Presley Boy in Intensive Care with Laminitis
The stallion worked July 5 before developing colic and endotoxemia that night. He remains in intensive care.
Entries in for London 2012 Olympic Equestrian Events
Athletes from 40 countries on six continents will compete in the London Olympic equestrian events.
Injured TLAER Horse on the Mend
Torque sustained no neurologic deficits as a result of the injury and continues to respond well to treatment.
SAU Scholarship Honors Stolen, Slain Horse
Credit Card, a 15-year-old sorrel Quarter Horse, was stolen and killed last year.
