Latest News – The Horse

10 Things You Might Not Know About Equine Diagnostic Imaging
Four diagnostic imaging experts share insight that can help owners and veterinarians with the diagnostic process.

Florida Horse Positive for Strangles
The horse resides in Miami-Dade County, where 24 horses are exposed.

EIA Confirmed in British Columbia
The affected horse resides in Cariboo Subdivision C, where the disease is endemic.

The Benefits of Grazing Horses at Night
Grazing horses at night can help keep them at a healthy weight and reduce their sugar intake.

Club Foot Heritability in Horses
Is club foot an inherited condition in horses? A veterinarian offers her thoughts.

Viscoelastic Therapies for Managing Osteoarthritis in Horses
These therapies can be beneficial in treating pathologies of the cartilage and synovium in horse joints.

Advanced Imaging of the Equine Head
Advancements in equine imaging have made it possible for veterinarians to better understand the anatomy and pathologies of their patients.

Effects of Hay Feeders on Horse Behavior and Time Budget
Researchers have determined that limiting horses’ access to hay might make them more likely to engage in abnormal and aggressive behaviors.

What’s in Your Equine Colic Toolkit?
Discover what you should do to prepare for a colic episode, considerations to make, and things to keep in mind after surgery.

What You Should Know About Colic in Horses
7 things to know before a horse colics, so you can maximize the chances of a successful outcome.

Feeding Horses Prone to Tying-Up
Tying-up is a painful muscle condition in horses. An equine nutritionist offers advice on how to balance your horse’s diet to decrease the likelihood of an episode.

The Conformationally Challenged Equine Athlete
No horse is perfect, and many with conformational flaws go on to compete successfully. What can you live with and how?

Los Angeles Horse Positive for EIA
A Quarter Horse in Los Angeles County, California, is positive for EIA, and eight horses are exposed.

How Effective Is PEMF Therapy for Performance Horses?
New research suggests low PEMF treatment settings might not have many physical effects on performance horses.

Researchers Find Genes That Help Racehorses Cope With Stress
These study results could help breeders and trainers determine which horses have the best DNA for coping with a racing environment.

Florida Horse Positive for EEE
The horse resides in Jefferson County and is currently alive.