Latest News – The Horse

How to Apply Poultice to a Hoof
A veterinarian explains the process of using poultice and wrapping a hoof.

Horses Impacted by Eastern Kentucky Flooding
13 counties were declared federal disaster areas, and efforts are being made to help the horses in need.

Is West Nile Virus a Forgotten Disease in North America?
West Nile virus is still a threat to horses, but veterinarians say vaccination rates are down.

New WNV Case in Utah
The Uintah County horse has been euthanized.

Potomac Horse Fever Case in Tennessee
The 6-year-old Gypsy gelding was confirmed positive on Aug. 16.

Two Saddlebreds Positive for Strangles in Wisconsin
The boarding facility where the horses reside is under quarantine, and 30 horses were exposed.

Gelding Recovering from WNV in Colorado
The Quarter Horse gelding resides in Weld County.

Older Horses and Stallions at Increased WNV Risk
Results from a recent study in Egypt showed an association between certain horse demographics and vulnerability to West Nile virus.

42nd Strangles Case in Florida in 2022
The Lake County farm is under official quarantine.

Mare Euthanized due to WNV in Indiana
The Quarter Horse mare resided in Jay County.

Equine Vaccination Do’s and Don’ts
Determining exactly which vaccines a horse needs can be confusing. Here are some basic do’s and don’ts to make sure you’re providing the disease protection your horse needs.

Recognizing and Treating a Hoof Abscess
Addressing hoof abscesses early can help horses have the best outcome.

Oregon Quarter Horse Positive for Equine Influenza
The gelding resides in Benton County, Oregon.

Strangles Cases Confirmed in Florida and New York
The horses reside in Nassau County, Florida, and Cattaraugus County, New York.

Study: Less Can Be More When Training Horses
Researchers showed that three repetitions of a task per training session yielded the same results as six in a group of study horses.

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