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Florida Horse Tests Positive for EEE
The horse lived in Holmes County and is now deceased.

How Dietary Management Affects Glandular Ulcers in Horses
Researchers believe adding alfalfa pellets to your horse’s diet might help manage and prevent ulcers in the lower region of the stomach.

Quebec Mare Positive for Salmonellosis
The horse lives in Estrie.

How Can I Keep My Senior Horse With PPID Cool?
An owner seeks advice on managing a senior horse with PPID (formerly Equine Cushing’s) disease during a heat wave.

Michigan Colt Tests Positive for Strangles
The colt lives in Kalamazoo County.

Georgia Horse Tests Positive for EEE
The case is located in Berrien County.

Sidelined: 4 Common Injuries in Western Performance Horses
Learn about 4 common injuries veterinarians see in these athletes, how they diagnose them, and what treatments and rehabilitation methods they use.

Texas Horse Tests Positive for EIA
The horse lived in Starr County and was euthanized.

Sand Colic in Horses: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
Sand accumulation in the horse’s gut can lead to obstructions, irritation, and signs of colic, weight loss, and diarrhea.

2 Alabama Horses Positive for Influenza
The horses are at an equine clinic in Madison County.

Florida Mare Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Nassau County, where six horses are exposed.

Ontario Gelding Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.

Michigan Filly Positive for Strangles
The filly lives in Ionia County.

Feeding ‘Hot’ Horses
Addressing your high-energy horse’s behavior using diet might involve some trial and error. Learn what you should consider before adjusting his feeding program.

Transporting Horses Post-Joint Injection
How long do I need to wait after sedation and injections before hauling my horse back home?

Senior Horses: Living the Good Life
Learn how to assess your senior horse’s quality of life and know when it’s time to let go.



