Latest News – The Horse

2 Horses at Private Utah Facility Positive for WNV
Both Duchesne County horses were unvaccinated, and one has been euthanized.

Ideal Feed Frequency for Horses
How often should you feed your horses each day? Our nutrition expert weighs in with advice.

Helping Your Horse Gain Weight
A veterinarian explains how to increase a horse’s weight safely.

4 Things to Know About Equine Pneumonia
A veterinarian answers common questions about this respiratory disease.

Understanding Equine Insulin Resistance
Discover tips for managing horses with insulin resistance in the archived recording of our podcast. Sponsored by Wellness Ready.

Will My Foal That Had Pneumonia Suffer Lasting Effects?
Foal pneumonia can be quite severe, but with aggressive management foals can recover and go on to lead normal lives.

Two Horses Recovering from WNV in Idaho
The fillies reside in Elmore and Gooding counties.

10 Sport Horse Medicine and Rehabilitation Facts
Two veterinarians explain 10 things you might not know about equine rehabilitation.

Checking Your Horse’s Manure for Sand
Sand accumulation in a horse’s gastric system is cause for concern; this method can help you detect it.

Texas Horse Euthanized Due to EIA
The horse resided in Dallas County, and the facility is under official quarantine.

Paint Filly Positive for WNV in California
The unvaccinated filly resides in Kern County and is reported to be affected and alive.

Colorado Pony Positive for West Nile Virus
The unvaccinated gelding resides in Mesa County.

Adult Horses Get Pneumonia, Too
This inflammation of the lungs most commonly affects foals, but that doesn’t mean your mature horse isn’t at risk.

How To Recognize Lameness in Horses
Identifying lameness early is key to preventing long-term damage.

Pneumonia Awareness Week Sponsored by Butterfly Network
Butterfly Network and The Horse: Your Guide to Equine Health Care have partnered for equine pneumonia education Sept. 4-9.

Weaning Ways
Here’s how to help your weanling foal transition to adulthood as smoothly as possible.