Latest News – The Horse

Wisconsin Paso Fino Mare Tests Positive for Strangles
The mares lives in Racine County and came from a dealer in southern Wisconsin.

Equine WNV Confirmed in Benton County, Washington
The horse was vaccinated but lives near a swamp.

Spotting Signs of Colic in Your Horse
Recognizing and intervening early helps improve colic outcomes in horses.

Protecting Your Horse From Poisonous Fall Leaves
Is it okay for my horse to eat leaves that have fallen from trees in his pasture?

More Equine WNV Cases in California and Utah
The two affected horses reside in Amador County, California, and Cache County, Utah.

California Quarter Horse Positive for EIA
An EIA-positive Quarter Horse in San Benito County has been linked to other California premises with recent cases.

Managing Asthma in Horses
Two experts discuss the ins and outs of managing horses with asthma in this Ask TheHorse Live episode. Sponsored by Kentucky Performance Products.

Equine Case of Screwworm Confirmed in the United States
Animal health officials reported the first equine case of New World screwworm in the U.S. this century.

New World Screwworm Confirmed in Texas Horse
This marks the first reported equine case linked to the current New World screwworm incursion.

Equine Herpesvirus Confirmed in Wisconsin Horse
The horse in Green Lake County is alive, and the property is under voluntary quarantine.

2 Equine WNV Cases in Colorado
The horses are located in Pueblo and Montrose counties and are currently affected and alive.

Understanding Laminitis in Horses
Laminitis causes inflammation in tissues supporting the coffin bone in the hoof and can cause severe pain. Register to hear what to watch for and when to call your vet.

Rood & Riddle, Equine Care Group Announce Strategic Partnership
The partnership focuses on clinical collaboration, research, and education while Rood & Riddle retains its identity, leadership, and clinical autonomy.

BEVA Launches Additional Guidance on Equine Anthelmintic Resistance
BEVA’s ProtectMEtoo Toolkit has been expanded to include information about anthelmintic resistance, supporting members in tackling this growing threat.

Washington Horse Positive for Strangles
The horse had recently been purchased in Texas and transported to Whatcom County.

Managing Laminitic Horses Using Radiographs
A veterinary podiatrist explains how X rays can be a useful tool for managing horses with chronic laminitis.


