Latest News – The Horse
Why Are EHV-Exposed Horses Showing Signs Yet Testing Negative?
Equine epidemiologist Dr. Nicola Pusterla sheds light on the recent discrepant test results related to the equine herpesvirus outbreak in Sonoma County, California.
Idaho Horse Succumbs to WNV
The 14-year-old Quarter Horse mare was unvaccinated against the disease.
Can Stallions Live With Other Horses?
Dr. Camie Heleski of the University of Kentucky talks about research into cohousing for stallions.
What Does My Weanling Need to Eat?
Our nutritionist offers advice on feeding foals both before and after they’re weaned from their dams.
Checking for Equine Gastric Ulcers
Here’s what to expect if your horse needs to undergo gastroscopy, the only surefire way to check for equine gastric ulcers.
Feeding Performance Horses
Is your horse getting the nutrition he needs to reach his athletic potential? Are you looking to build his topline or increase his stamina? Equine nutritionists answer these questions and more.
2021 “Itchy Horse Challenge” Contest: Editors’ Picks
Readers submitted photos and stories of their itchy horses for a chance to win a prize from Kinetic Vet.
Tokyo Olympics Modern Pentathlon and Equine Welfare
Equine behaviorist Dr. Sue McDonnell: “Imagine if that rider had loosened the reins, patted the horse on the neck, and left the arena.”
Seven Texas Horses Confirmed With EIA
Four premises in three counties are affected.
Florida Mare Dies of EEE
This is Florida’s 13th confirmed case of EEE in an equine in 2021.
Idaho Horse Recovering After Testing Positive for WNV
The horse and his three stablemates were unvaccinated.
The Horse Announces ‘Itchy Horse Challenge’ Contest Winner
TheHorse.com Facebook fans selected Kimberly Foster’s photo of “Opus” as the overall winner.
North Carolina Gelding Tests Positive for EEE
The 2-year-old gelding was unvaccinated.
Michigan Horse Succumbs to WNV
The affected horse was undervaccinated.
Saskatchewan Horse Recovering From WNV
Four days post-presentation, the horse was recovering.
Keeping Laminitic Horses Comfortable
We asked two experts how they approach laminitis and try to keep affected horses comfortable.
