Latest News – The Horse
Focus on Forage for Successful Recovery From Laminitis
Low-starch forage and weight loss can help horses with laminitis regain their foothold.
Upper Airway Issues in Horses
Learn about common upper airway problems in horses and how to address them in this visual guide.
Quarter Horse Gelding Tests Positive for EHV in California
The gelding resided in Los Angeles County, and 9 horses were exposed.
Four New Strangles Cases Detected in Michigan
Veterinarians confirmed new strangles cases in Genesee, Otsego, and Van Buren counties.
Additional Mare Tests Positive for EIA in California
Officials suspect the positive is linked to prior Tulare County cases.
Study: Laminitis Might Affect Younger, Less Overfed Donkeys
Researchers assessed laminitis risks in a population of 707 donkeys and found they differ significantly from those of horses and ponies.
Trail Horse Hoof Care
Learn about the best trimming and shoeing practices to ensure your horse stays sound while traveling the trails.
Aloe Vera for Equine Ulcers?
A veterinarian addresses whether oral aloe vera could help horses with gastric ulcers and offers evidence-based alternatives.
Alberta Horse Tests Positive for Equine Infectious Anemia
The infected horse resides in Lesser Slave River No. 124.
Special Report: Signs Your Horse Has Gastric Ulcers
Many horses diagnosed with equine gastric ulcer syndrome via gastroscopy have no clinical signs, or the signs are so subtle owners fail to recognize them. Sponsored by Vitalize.
Breathing Exercises for Horses With Upper Airway Collapse
These programs designed to strengthen airway muscles might help affected horses avoid surgery.
Eyelash Malformation Genetic Variant Identified in Friesians
Friesian breeders can test for the variant to implement early veterinary management and avoid breeding carriers.
New FEI Tack Team Aims To Boost Horse Welfare, Fairness
The Tack and Equipment Group will review new and old kinds of tack and gather the latest scientific information about equestrian equipment.
How to Help Your Horse Avoid Heat Stress This Summer
Follow these steps to keep your horse cool and comfortable in the heat.
Mo Donegal Wins the Belmont Stakes, Nest in Second
Mo Donegal and Nest, both Pletcher-trained and Repole co-owned, place first and second in the G1 Belmont Stakes.
Surrogate Mare Gives Mustang Foal a Second Chance at Life
Rescue volunteers along with the staff at Bend Equine Medical Center spring to action to save an abandoned Mustang foal in Oregon.
