Latest News – The Horse
California EHM Quarantine Released
No additional cases of EHM were confirmed at the Stanislaus County facility since five horses were confirmed positive in early June.
Special Report: Supporting Show Horse Health
How can you best support your competitive show horse? Start with what fuels the fire. Sponsored by Vitalize.
Veterinarians Weigh in on Back Pain Diagnosis and Treatment in Horses
Veterinarians across the U.S. share their most successful diagnostic methods and treatments for back pain in horses.
Equine Diagnostic Imaging Decision Tree
Diagnosing lameness in horses can be challenging, but veterinarians have an arsenal of imaging modalities available to help them make an accurate diagnosis.
Michigan Mare Positive for Strangles
The horse resides in St. Clair County.
Potomac Horse Fever Confirmed in Kentucky
The affected horse resides in Scott County.
Postbiotic Might Counter Stress-Induced Gut Microbiome Changes in Horses
Horses’ gut microbiomes changed less during stressful situations when the supplement was on board.
CBD Use in Senior Horses: Seems Safe, but Advantages Still Unclear
Researchers believe CBD might be safe for use in senior horses and are working to determine its efficacy in reducing inflamm-aging.
New VSV-Affected Premises in California
Since the last report, 18 new vesicular stomatitis-affected premises have been identified in California.
Vesicular Stomatitis Confirmed in Texas
The affected horse lives in Maverick County.
Managing Sweet Itch in Horses
Dr. Susan White describes factors to consider when caring for a horse with sweet itch.
Rehabilitating Horses With Back Pain
An equine veterinarian’s rehabilitation plan depends on whether the horse received surgical or nonsurgical treatment.
Sweet Treats Increase Horses’ Daily Carb, Sugar Uptake in the Intestines
Horses with insulin dysregulation can experience increased sugar absorption in the intestines, which could cause changes in blood glucose levels.
Michigan Gelding Positive for Strangles
The horse resides in Tuscola County.
Scientists Compare Horse, Mule Placentas on Microscopic Scale
They found that placentas in gestating mules might overcome species differences through a ‘compensatory mechanism.’
Fact Sheet: Allergies in Horses
Veterinary intervention can make itchy horses more comfortable and keep allergies under control. Sponsored by Kinetic Vet.
