Latest News – The Horse
California EHV Outbreak Update
The latest statistics confirm a total of 11 EHM cases and 86 EHV-1 cases with fever and/or mild signs only.
Third Orange County Premises Quarantined for Equine Herpesvirus
No known epidemiological link exists between this and two other affected premises in the county.
What’s the Difference Between Stem Cells, PRP, IRAP, ACS, Etc.?
A lot of terms related to regenerative medicine get thrown around, but what do they all mean? Dr. Bill King explains.
What To Expect During an Equine Orthobiologic Treatment
Dr. Weston Warnock explains step by step how regenerative medicine treatments are done and what kind of aftercare your horse will need.
At What Age Does a Stallion’s Fertility Peak?
Age can affect a stallion’s fertility and his ability to settle mares. Reproduction specialist Dr. Ryan Ferris explains.
Dechra Sponsors Equine Fertility Awareness Week
Learn about horse breeding and fertility March 7-12, 2022, on TheHorse.com.
Using Diet to Deter Equine Diseases
Learn how proper nutrition can help improve horses’ musculoskeletal, immune, endocrine, and gastrointestinal health.
Equine Case Study: Gunshot Wound
A veterinarian describes treating a horse that had suffered an accidental gunshot wound.
Study: Horses Know When You Might Be Wrong
Would your horse believe you if you told him where to find a hidden carrot? He might—if he thought you knew where that carrot was.
Racing’s Effects on 2-Year-Old Thoroughbreds’ Cytokine Profiles
Researchers established how racing influences young horses’ systemic mRNA expression of proteins involved with inflammation and immune system function.
California EHV: State Vet Recommends Event Postponement
The state veterinarian released a letter urging organizers to postpone equine events and limit horse transportation due to the EHV outbreak.
Treating Equine Asthma, From Mild to Severe
Management changes are key to preventing and treating airway inflammation.
CBD Study In Horses Paves Way for New Research
Scientists recently investigated how horses metabolize and tolerate cannabidiol and found it is bioavailable.
A New Look at Old Viral Hepatitis Syndromes in Horses
Researcher: Veterinarians should “forget” two viruses once commonly blamed for equine liver disease.
Gastric Ulcers as a Cause of Poor Performance in Horses
Learn how gastric ulcers affect equine performance and the best ways for treating them in actively competing horses.
Donkeys Metabolize Meals and Drugs Differently Than Horses
Get to know the nuances of donkey care, from treating metabolic issues to drug dosing.
