Latest News – The Horse

Equine Endocrinopathic Laminitis Explained
Learn how horses go from metabolic to laminitic and ways to manage them.

Imaging of the Cervical Vertebral Column: Radiographs vs. CT
Neck pain and pathologies are common in sport horses. It is important to combine results from clinical findings with imaging when making a diagnosis.

Strangles Confirmed in 2 Michigan Barns
The barns are located in Tuscola and Ottawa counties.

Prescription Now Required for Medically Important Antimicrobials
This legislation means horse owners can no longer purchase certain antibiotics over the counter from feed stores or tack shops.

Soybean Meal for Horses
Soybean meal can be a good source of protein for horses but cannot serve as a horse’s entire feed ration. An equine nutritionist offers alternatives and additions to soybean meal in horses’ diets.

Multiple Strangles Cases in Michigan Barn
The affected barn is located in Lapeer County.

Update: Vesicular Stomatitis in California
Fifteen new VSV-affected premises have been identified, including one in Los Angeles County.

Wildfire Season and Feeding Horses for Lung Health
Smoky air makes breathing difficult and can exacerbate equine asthma. Learn how to support your horse’s respiratory health via nutrition and reduce airway irritants during fire season.

Strangles in Two Michigan Counties
The affected horses reside in Monroe and Jackson counties.

Ice Blanket Keeps Stabled Horses Cool in Hot, Humid Environments
Researchers have determined an ice blanket might be more effective for cooling horses than water or fans.

Equine Respiratory Biosurveillance: What Have We Learned?
Since 2008 the University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine and Merck Animal Health have worked to cultivate a strong biosurveillance program.

18 New VSV-Affected Premises in California
The premises are located in Riverside, San Diego, San Bernardino, and Orange counties.

3 Washington Horses Positive for Influenza
The horses reside in Snohomish County and recently traveled to an event.

Interpreting Imaging of the Equine Neck
Neck pain in horses can be difficult to diagnose; clinical signs might not match what’s seen on imaging. Learn how vets interpret findings and develop a treatment plan.

Equine Influenza at 6 Quebec Facilities
The horses are located in MRC Pierre-de-Saurel, MRC Bécancour, MRC Joliette, MRC Les Maskoutains, and Trois-Rivières.

Nutritional Management of Horses With PSSM
Choosing a diet that is low in starch and sugar can help reduce excess muscle glycogen storage in horses with PSSM.