Latest News – The Horse

EHV-1 in Ontario Boarding Barn
One horse is positive for EHV-1 in Simcoe County, and another horse is suspected positive.

Botulism in Horses
The 3 equine forms of this neuromuscular disease are found in many areas of North America.

Behavioral Signs of Equine Cheek Tooth Findings
If your horse is exhibiting regular behavior problems, cheek tooth pain could be the cause.

Ultrasound Underestimates Equine Neck Arthritis Swelling
While ultrasound is useful for identifying articular process joint effusion in horses, it might undervalue the amount of swelling present.

Feeding Young Horses: Graduating to a Grown-Up Diet
Consider growth rate and nutrient balance when deciding what to feed young horses.

EHV-1 Confirmed at Turf Paradise Racetrack
One horse at the racetrack in Maricopa County, Arizona, has tested positive, and 36 horses are exposed.

Strangles Confirmed in Michigan Quarter Horse
The mare resides in Shiawassee County and is under voluntary quarantine.

Michigan Horse Positive for Strangles
A gelding in Macomb County is under voluntary quarantine.

Can Improved Training Strategies Prevent Racehorse Injuries?
Managing the magnitude and frequency of limb loading is key to keeping horses—particularly racehorses—injury-free.

EIA in Oklahoma Horse
The horse resides in Oklahoma County, where six others are exposed.

Developing Thoughtful Client Communication Boundaries
Setting boundaries can help veterinarians protect their personal time and have clearer communication with their clients.

Composite Dental Fillings Can Fix Horses’ Cavities
Resin fillings used in human dentistry can offer long-term solutions for preventing and managing infundibular caries.

Pentosan Polysulfate Safe, Effective for Arthritic Horses
A field study of the drug showed it significantly improved lameness in horses and induced no clinically relevant adverse effects.

5 Michigan Horses Positive for Strangles
The horses reside in Bay County.

Equine Idiopathic Headshaking
Equine idiopathic headshaking is a painful condition, but with correct diagnosis and treatment many headshakers can live pain-free.

Feeding for a Shiny Coat
Our nutritionist shares how you can improve your horse’s coat, even during winter.