Latest News – The Horse

Equine Viral Arteritis in PEI
Multiple newborn foals in Queens County have died due to this outbreak.

South Carolina Horse Positive for WNV
The horse lived in Dillon County and is deceased.

Treating Equine Joints With Medical-Grade Honey Post-Surgery
Scientists say medical-grade honey could be a beneficial secondary treatment option in horses after joint surgery for synovial sepsis, though more research is needed.

Wisconsin Horse Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Grant County and is unvaccinated.

Mississippi Horse Positive for WNV
The horse lived in Rankin County and was euthanized.

Two Utah Horses Positive for WNV
The cases are located in Tooele County.

Indiana Horse Positive for WNV
The horse resides in Adams County.

WNV Confirmed in 4 Idaho Counties
The cases are located in Bingham, Canyon, Caribou, and Gem counties.

Equine WNV Confirmed in Two Nebraska Counties
The cases are located in Lancaster and Polk counties.

The Dangers of Foxtail in Your Horse’s Hay
Foxtail awns can cause painful oral ulcers in horses. Learn about the signs and how to manage pastures to reduce risk.

What Is the Horse’s Gut Microbiome?
Equine nutritionist Madeline Boast describes what the horse’s gut microbiome is and how owners can assess its state.

New York Mare Positive for WNV
The mare resides in Suffolk County and is recovering.

30 WNV Cases Confirmed in Wyoming
None of the affected horses have been vaccinated.

Quebec Horse Positive for EEE
The horse lived in Montérégie and was unvaccinated.

Noninvasive Therapies For Sport Horses
Modalities ranging from PEMF to vibration plates might help manage equine injury or improve performance.

Two Colorado Horses Positive for WNV
The cases are located in Pueblo and Larimer counties.



