Latest News – The Horse
Pain Management Options for Horses With Laminitis
Dr. Lori Bidwell lists pain relief medications and therapies that can help horses with acute or chronic laminitis.
Right Dorsal Colitis in Horses: Similar to Cystic Fibrosis?
One researcher assessed the physiologic mechanisms of this type of colic and found they share similarities with cystic fibrosis in humans.
New Treatment Tactics for SDFT Injuries in Horses
At the 2022 BEVA Congress, one presenter discussed the challenges associated with SDFT injuries, plus potential solutions.
Types of Equine Respiratory Disease
Learn more about equine asthma, acute respiratory infections, and shipping fever in horses.
California Horse Positive for EHM
The horse resides in Riverside County, where four others are exposed.
Multiple Strangles Cases at Michigan Barn
Four horses are confirmed positive for strangles in Bay County, and six other cases are suspected.
Strangles in Three Florida Counties
Horses in Gilchrist, Manatee, and Marion counties have tested positive for strangles.
Strangles Outbreak in Michigan
One mare in Macomb County has tested positive for strangles, and 42 horses are exposed.
Hard Decisions When Pain Meds Aren’t Helping an Older Horse
When a pain medication or strategy is no longer providing a senior horse with relief, the kindest option might be euthanasia.
What Owners Need to Know About Equine Euthanasia
Learn about the AAEP’s euthanasia guidelines and how to cope with the loss of an equine partner.
How Cold Air Affects Equine Airways
Cold, dry winter air can potentially leave horses susceptible to irritation, respiratory pathogens, and bronchoconstriction.
The Road to Recovery: Rehabilitating Horses With Lower-Limb Injuries
Veterinarians share their advice for preventing lower-limb problems and rehabilitating injured horses, from therapies to back-to-work schedules.
Common Pain Meds and Their Long-Term Effects in Horses
While NSAIDs are valuable tools for controlling horses’ pain and inflammation, they do come with risks.
Equine Innovators: Pathology is More Than Just Necropsies
Dr. Uneeda Bryant describes how veterinary pathologists safeguard horse populations, determine causes of death, and protect the human-animal bond.
Botulism Outbreak in 4 States Linked to Alfalfa Cubes
Horses in Colorado, Louisiana, New Mexico, and Texas have become sick with suspected botulism linked to alfalfa cubes, which are distributed to feed stores in 10 states.
4 Common Equine Respiratory Conditions
Use this visual guide to learn about lower respiratory problems that can affect your horse.
