Latest News – The Horse

Foal Stress Levels Stay Increased Weeks After Weaning
Researchers say that even three weeks after weaning foals still experience increased stress levels.

Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation Approves Funding for new EHV-1 and EHM Vaccine Research
The goal of this project is to develop a vaccine that will cross-protect horses against multiple types of equine herpesvirus.

Dealing With Mud and Flooding on Horse Properties
Improving drainage and diverting water runoff will help keep your horses and farm safe.

Common Causes of Lameness in Horses
Horses can go lame for a variety of reasons. Here are 4 common causes of lameness and their treatment options.

Strangles in Florida Quarter Horse
The horse resides in Marion County, where one additional case is suspected.

Influenza Confirmed in Washington Horse
The horse resides in Snohomish County.

Treating EPM in Horses: Comparing Serum:CSF Titer, Treatment Trial Costs
Performing a serum:cerebrospinal fluid titer ratio to confirm/rule out EPM in horses (versus treating without that test) substantially decreased cost for the owner.

Michigan Mare Positive for Strangles
The horse resides in St. Clair County and is under voluntary quarantine.

Feeding the Asthmatic Horse
Recurrent airway obstruction is a medical condition, but feed changes might help your horse breathe better.

California EHM Quarantine Released
The quarantine at the polo facility where 600 horses were exposed to EHM has been released.

Identifying and Managing High-Risk Pregnancies in Horses
With proper care, mares with high-risk pregnancies can deliver healthy foals safely.

Introducing an Aggressive Horse in a New Herd
Introducing a horse to a new herd can be stressful, but with careful planning horses can live happily with their pasturemates.

Strangles Confirmed in Two Florida Counties
Two horses in Florida, located in Lee and Hillsborough counties, have tested positive for strangles.

EHV Confirmed in Three Wisconsin Counties
Horses in Pierce, St. Croix and Waukesha counties have tested positive for equine herpesvirus.

4 Misconceptions About Alfalfa
Does alfalfa cause kidney or respiratory problems or make horses hyper? Specialists shed light on these myths and more.

California Warmblood Positive for EHM
The horse resided in Riverside County and has been euthanized, but 36 horses are exposed.