Latest News – The Horse
Donkeys Might Need Higher Morphine Doses Than Horses
Donkeys might benefit from higher doses of morphine for pain relief than what veterinarians usually prescribe for horses.
Neurologic Herpesvirus in Washington Horse
The horse resides in Snohomish County, where 30 horses are now under official quarantine.
Feeding the Competition Horse to Build Muscle
Dr. Anna Pesta-Dunaway describes the basics of helping the competition horse build muscle in this excerpt from Ask TheHorse Live.
Product Review: Elevate Natural Vitamin E for Horses
Our editorial director addressed mild hindquarter atrophy in her Thoroughbred with KPP’s Elevate Natural Vitamin E.
Everything You Need To Know About EHV-1
Learn about this highly contagious equine virus and how to curb its spread.
Trehalose Might Improve Stallion Semen Quality and Freezability
Researchers found that adding trehalose to stallion semen extenders significantly increased post-thaw viability.
Forage-Only Diets for Competition Horses
Dr. Shannon Pratt-Phillips describes what to consider when switching your competition horse to a forage-only diet.
Neurologic EHV-1 Confirmed in Texas Horse
The horse resides in Grayson County and is under official quarantine.
Keeping Equine Vets Off the Endangered Species List
How practitioners can improve the current workplace culture driving so many veterinarians away.
Short-Term, Specific Sweet Itch Antibody Treatment in the Works
Researchers in Germany are testing the therapeutic antibody, which might provide effective relief from IBH discomfort.
Managing the Aging Competition Horse
Dr. Anna Pesta-Dunaway talks about the change in nutritional needs that occurs as horses age and how to manage it if they are competing.
California EHM Quarantine Released
The quarantine of a barn in Monterey County, where one horse had EHM, has been released.
Washington Horse Positive for EHV-1
The horse resides in Snohomish County and is experiencing neurologic signs.
Get a Jump-Start on Fly Season
Practicing smart insect control tactics year-round can help you keep populations under control.
The Dwindling Supply of Equine Veterinarians
The veterinary shortage in equine practice is no longer pending; it has already arrived.
The Impending Equine Health Care Crisis
The supply of equine veterinarians is diminishing rapidly. How can horse owners help?
