Latest News – The Horse

Arabian Horse Head Anatomy Can Make Common Surgeries Difficult
Due to their small head sizes, Arabians often suffer from overcrowding teeth, respiratory disease, and poor sinus drainage that can be difficult for veterinarians to treat surgically.

Equine Influenza Confirmed in Quebec
The affected horse resides in MRC Marguerite-D’Youville, where 20 horses are exposed.

Strangles at Two Ontario Barns
The affected horses reside in the Regional Municipality of Halton and Middlesex County.

Managing Old Horses With Allergies
Dr. Aja Harvey explains why an old horse might suddenly become very itchy, and how owners can prevent it.

Virginia Horse Center Quarantine Released
The facility has been cleared and disinfected, and the exposed horses have been removed from the premises.

Michigan Pony Positive for Strangles
The pony resides in Macomb County.

Insect Control Strategies for Horse Owners
How to design a multitiered insect control plan to combat flies, mosquitoes, midges, and more.

Managing the Miniature Horse with Allergies
Miniature Horses with allergies can be challenging to manage and might have different dietary needs than their larger counterparts.

Treating EMS Horses With Allergies
Dr. Susan White describes options for treating laminitis-prone EMS horses that also suffer from allergies.

Wisconsin Horse Positive for West Nile Virus
The horse resides in Dunn County and is under-vaccinated.

Equine Influenza Confirmed in Quebec
Horses in Montérégie and MRC Pierre-de-Saurel are confirmed positive for equine influenza.

Two Horses Positive for EHV-1 in Virginia
Two horses in Lexington, Virginia, tested positive for EHV-1 after stabling at the Virginia Horse Center.

New VSV-Affected Premises in California
Eight new VSV-affected equine premises have been identified in California, including one in a new county, Ventura County.

Effects of Electrolyte Supplementation on Horses in Hot Weather
New research shows that electrolyte supplementation might not be necessary for horses in light to moderate work.

Help! My Horse Won’t Stop Rubbing His Tail
Dr. Aja Harvey explains why a horse might rub his tail and what owners can do to stop it.

How the Multifidus Muscles Influence Lameness in Horses
Multifidus muscle pain and atrophy in horses can cause many problems, including back pain, poor core strength, and limb lameness.