Latest News – The Horse

New Chief Executive of The Donkey Sanctuary
Marianne Steele was announced as the new chief executive of The Donkey Sanctuary.

How To Apply a Standing Wrap on a Horse
A veterinarian demonstrates how to use a standing wrap to protect and prevent injury on your horse’s legs.

14th California Horse Tests Positive for WNV
The Sacramento County mare tested positive after starting to show acute neurologic signs on Sept. 28.

13th Equine WNV Case in California
The Tehama County horse is recovering.

Two Horses Test Positive for Strangles in Wisconsin
The mares reside in Walworth and Dane counties.

Wisconsin Horse Tests Positive for EIV
The 17-month-old Saddlebred colt is currently alive.

Saddlebred Tests Positive for EHV in Wisconsin
22 horses were exposed at the Marquette County boarding facility.

California Horse Euthanized Due to EHM
The gelding resided in Los Angeles County, and 45 horses are under official quarantine.

Examining a Horse’s Mouth
Knowing how to look inside your horse’s mouth safely can help you catch problems early.

Horse Blanketing FAQs
On or off? Hot or cold? Lightweight or heavyweight? We’ll answer these questions and more.
Two Oklahoma Quarter Horses Test Positive for WNV
The horses resided in Okmulgee and Noble counties.

Minnesota Draft Horse Tests Positive for WNV
The Percheron mare resided in Fillmore County.

Ultrasonography to Diagnose Colic in Horses
While ultrasound doesn’t always provide a definitive diagnosis, it can be a useful tool for gathering critical information.

California Yearling Recovering From WNV
The Stanislaus County filly presented with neurologic signs.

Does Your Horse Have Self-Control?
Study results showed horses might wait for a more appealing treat, demonstrating self-control.

Two More Horses Test Positive for EEE in Indiana
The horses resided in LaGrange and Kosciusko counties and are both deceased.



