Latest News – The Horse
EHV-1 Outbreak: Wyoming Lifts Travel Restrictions
Wyoming animal health officials have relaxed the stringent travel requirements implemented in that state in
Understanding Electrolyte Formulas
Proper electrolyte balance and hydration should be a main priority for horse owners. In stressful situations,
Solid Tumors in Horses: Characteristics and Treatments
Skin and subcutaneous (under the skin) tumors in horses comprise 50-80% of all equine neoplasia (tumors).
The High-Tech Vet
Today, equine veterinarians can diagnose and treat disease with more speed and certainty than ever thanks
Manage Summer Pastures
Assess your geographic region, plant species, soil, and plant stand to help maintain your pastures’ (and your horses’) health.
Reducing ‘Unwanted’ Horse Numbers
Industry members are thinking outside the box to help reduce the number of so-called unwanted horses.
Dieting for Disposition
Is it possible to feed to improve a horse’s behavior?
The Many Faces of Colic
Horse Dies Before Traditional Italian Race
An Italian racehorse died July 1 during a practice session for the Palio di Siena horse race that takes place
TCA Distributes Grants to 81 Nonprofits
Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) announced June 30 that grants totaling $903,450 have been awarded to
Second Australian Horse Tests Positive for Hendra Virus
A second Australian horse has tested positive for hendra virus and was euthanized, according to a bulletin
Breeders’ Cup: Final Day of Testimony in Life At Ten Case
Possible friction among Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC) staff was part of testimony June 30 on the
Advancements in Understanding Airway Diseases
Researchers have made strides in understanding airway diseases and what helps (or does not help) control them.
It’s Vacation Time!
Having your horse property set up efficiently will make your horse life easier and will give you peace of mind to head out on vacation.
A Smattering of the Horsey Weird
It is always interesting to me to see my equine culture somehow be mixed up into the daily mainstream life. Of course the equestrian look
Infectious Upper Respiratory Tract Disease in Horses
Flu, equine herpesviruses 1 and 4, and strangles commonly cause upper respiratory tract problems in horses with coughing, runny nose, and fever. How can you tell which one your horse has, and what can you do to prevent these diseases?
