Latest News – The Horse

Can I Feed My Horse an Acid-Buffering Supplement Long-Term?
Born to forage all day, horses constantly secrete stomach acid. Acid-buffers can help meal-fed horses, but will they create future problems? Find out from our equine nutrition expert.

Michigan Percheron Positive for EEE
The mare resided in Roscommon County and was euthanized.

3 Equine West Nile Virus Cases in Minnesota
The positive tests were in Fillmore, Mower, and Winona Counties.

Should I Breed My Insulin-Resistant Horse?
An equine veterinarian explains the risks of breeding an insulin-resistant mare.

Horses’ Expressions Can Indicate Mounting Block Stress
Results from a new study revealed some horses might associate mounting blocks with bad experiences.

Massachusetts Horse Positive for Equine Herpesvirus
The Worcester County horse was euthanized.

Imported Warmblood Positive for WNV in California
The stallion was likely exposed to WNV in Mexico before arriving in the U.S.

Unvaccinated Idaho Horse Positive for WNV
The Canyon County gelding is recovering.

Controlling Obesity in Horses
Using a focus-on-forage approach, a veterinarian specializing in equine nutrition explains how she plans a diet for easy keepers.

Case Study: Proximal Suspensory Desmopathy
A young Quarter Horse reiner undergoes treatment for a left-hind proximal suspensory ligament injury.

Exploring ‘The 5,500-Year Journey’ With Horses
A horsewoman embarks on a cross-country trip with her horses, from Paris to Florence, to better understand the horse-human connection.

24 Pain Behaviors of the Ridden Horse Documentary Trailer Released
Film delves into how ‘naughty’ horse behavior is often a reflection of underlying musculoskeletal problems.

Partnerships: Do Horses Want What We Want?
A positive horse-human relationship starts with an awareness of shared goals.

WNV-Positive Horse Euthanized in Idaho
The Oneida County gelding had recently returned from Utah.

3rd Equine WNV Case in Florida in 2022
The unvaccinated gelding is recovering in Sarasota County.

Equine Digestive Dilemmas
Equine digestion is full of twists and turns, and a lot can go wrong during the process. Learn how colic, diarrhea, ulcers, and other ailments can affect your horse’s GI tract and what steps to take to optimize his digestive health.