Latest News – The Horse
Feeding Young Horses: Graduating to a Grown-Up Diet
Consider growth rate and nutrient balance when deciding what to feed young horses.
EHV-1 Confirmed at Turf Paradise Racetrack
One horse at the racetrack in Maricopa County, Arizona, has tested positive, and 36 horses are exposed.
Strangles Confirmed in Michigan Quarter Horse
The mare resides in Shiawassee County and is under voluntary quarantine.
Michigan Horse Positive for Strangles
A gelding in Macomb County is under voluntary quarantine.
Can Improved Training Strategies Prevent Racehorse Injuries?
Managing the magnitude and frequency of limb loading is key to keeping horses—particularly racehorses—injury-free.
EIA in Oklahoma Horse
The horse resides in Oklahoma County, where six others are exposed.
Developing Thoughtful Client Communication Boundaries
Setting boundaries can help veterinarians protect their personal time and have clearer communication with their clients.
Composite Dental Fillings Can Fix Horses’ Cavities
Resin fillings used in human dentistry can offer long-term solutions for preventing and managing infundibular caries.
Pentosan Polysulfate Safe, Effective for Arthritic Horses
A field study of the drug showed it significantly improved lameness in horses and induced no clinically relevant adverse effects.
5 Michigan Horses Positive for Strangles
The horses reside in Bay County.
Equine Idiopathic Headshaking
Equine idiopathic headshaking is a painful condition, but with correct diagnosis and treatment many headshakers can live pain-free.
Feeding for a Shiny Coat
Our nutritionist shares how you can improve your horse’s coat, even during winter.
Take Caution Using Contralateral Limbs for Patellar Ligament Exams
Comparing ligament striations in opposite limbs via ultrasound to determine if changes are normal versus tears could lead to misdiagnosis.
Colic Referral: The Tragedy of the Waiting Game
Timely decision-making could be the life-saving factor for colicking horses.
Equine Dental Care: Painful Points and Uneven Arcades
Here are some common dental issues that can negatively impact your horse’s performance and how they can be corrected.
Michigan Mare Positive for Strangles
The horse resides in Van Buren County, where 4 additional cases are suspected.
