Latest News – The Horse
Exercise Therapy for Horses
Controlled exercise, as discussed with your veterinarian, can be part of a successful rehabilitation program.
TheHorse.com Announces ‘Best Barn Dog’ Contest Winner
TheHorse.com Facebook fans selected Cindy Orndorff’s photo of “Daisy” as the overall winner.
Eastern Equine Encephalitis Confirmed in Michigan
The now-deceased filly resided in St. Joseph County.
First Equine WNV Case of 2022 in Florida
The Quarter Horse stallion resides in Collier County.
Horse Positive for EIA in Alberta, Canada
The CFIA is investigating, and movement controls are in place.
Illinois Filly Positive for West Nile Virus
The yearling resides in Douglas County and is unvaccinated.
California Horse Positive for West Nile Virus
The Tulare County stallion marks the fifth WNV case in California in 2022.
Minnesota Yearling Positive for WNV
The unvaccinated Standardbred filly resides in Polk County.
What Happens If I Feed a Young Horse a Senior Diet?
Will a senior diet negatively affect a young horse? Two equine nutritionists agree it likely won’t.
How to Keep Your Horse’s Joints Healthy
Learn about preventing and managing equine osteoarthritis in our visual guide.
Innovators: What’s a ‘Horse on a Chip,’ and How Will It Change Equine Research?
Dr. Carrie Shaffer of the University of Kentucky describes how in vitro models will help us better understand how we can prevent and fight disease in horses.
Michigan Horse Recovering From Strangles
Eight horses were exposed and one mare was confirmed positive in Kent County.
Healing Waters? Equine Underwater Treadmills, Swimming Pools, and Spas
Equine hydrotherapy generally allows for patient-specific approaches to rehabilitation and training.
Horse Performance: A Focus on Winning or Equine Welfare?
Subjective measures of a horse’s performance might not always line up with good welfare.
Brushing Up on Tying Up in Horses
Researchers are redefining the muscular diseases long called “tying-up.” While they seem similar, the causes are different, and each requires specific management.
Core Vaccination: Protecting Horses From 5 Deadly Diseases
Learn about the diseases veterinarians recommend protecting your horse against and how vaccination could save your horse’s life.
