Latest News – The Horse
Kentucky Horse Tests Positive for WNV
A 6-year-old Standardbred mare from Fleming County, Kentucky, tested positive for West Nile virus Sept. 2.
Applying Pasture Analysis
Collecting an accurate pasture sample is only half the battle; interpreting the results and putting them to go
Demystifying Mats and Bedding
Choosing the right mats and/or bedding for your barn will help keep horses comfortable and stalls clean.
Foal Vaccination Strategies
Protecting a foal from infectious diseases begins before birth.
Horse Adoption: The Transition Period
After completing the adoption process and bringing your new charge home, help him adjust to his new surroundin
Young Horse Development Part 3: 18-24 Months
The second year of a horse’s life brings significant changes not only in his development but also his use.
New Method for Collecting Equine Cerebrospinal Fluid Samples
Researchers determined a CSF tap can be performed on the horse’s upper neck using ultrasound guidance.
Management Practices Could Help Reduce Cribbing
An analysis of cribbing research provides information about the behavior and suggests preventative measures.
AAEP Task Force: BLM Mustang Care “Appropriate”
The AAEP-BLM task force made recommendations to improve the care they already deem “appropriate.”
Georgia Horse Owners Sought for Survey
Georgia horse industry members are asked to participate in the state’s first Equine Economic Impact Study.
Post-Surgery Prognosis in Horses
When a horse needs surgery, what’s his prognosis for a full recovery? What problems can occur during recovery?
Post-Outbreak Horse Hauling Concerns
My horse will be hauled to a state affected by the recent equine EHV-1 outbreak. Should I be concerned?
Mysterious Swelling
My horse has a swollen 24-inch “vein” on the middle of his underbelly and all the way up to his genitals…
Horse Adoption Part 1: Before You Adopt
With many horses in need of homes, adoption is often an attractive alternative to buying; however, it requires a serious human commitment. Adoption is not the right choice for everyone, but those considering adoption have plenty of options from retired racehorses to wild horses and everything in between.
Horse Adoption Part 2: The Transition Period
Any horse entering a new environment will go through a transitional period, which is magnified when that horse is an adopted animal. Maybe he suffered abuse, starvation, and neglect and needs a great deal of TLC.
Avoiding Respiratory Problems in the Barn
A number of air quality factors in barns can make it harder for your horse to breathe, compromising his health and performance.
