Latest News – The Horse
Oklahoma Horse Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Nowata County and has recovered.
Quebec Horse Positive for Influenza and Strangles
The horse lives in MRC Portneuf.
New Drug Could Benefit Laminitic Horses
Scientists believe a new drug, methylated tirilazad, could be an option for treating laminitis in horses, noting additional research is needed.
Preparing Hard-Keeping Horses for Cold Weather
Cold weather often brings unwanted weight loss in hard-keeping horses. Two experts offer advice on preventing this as we prepare for temperatures to drop.
Vaccinated Florida Filly Tests Positive for WNV
The filly lives in Marion County.
Choosing Products for Horse Joint Injections
Corticosteroids vs. orthobiologics vs. polyacrylamide hydrogels. How do veterinarians choose which is best? One veterinarian explains in this Ask TheHorse Live excerpt.
Wyoming Horse Tests Positive for EHV
The horse lives in Laramie County.
California Quarter Horse Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives at a stable in Los Angeles County.
Equine WNV Case Confirmed in South Carolina
The horse lived in Pickens County and was euthanized.
Managing the Hard-Keeping PPID Horse
Learn how to add calories safely to a metabolic horse’s diet without putting him at a greater risk of developing laminitis.
Feeding Healthy Hard Keepers
Does your otherwise healthy horse have trouble keeping pounds on? Here are 5 tips to consider when feeding the mature, healthy hard keeper.
Horse Warmup and Cooldown Techniques for Joint Health
Can a warmup or cooldown routine affect equine joint health? What is the best way to start and finish your horse’s exercise routine? Find out in this Ask TheHorse Live excerpt.
A Look at Poor Performance in Horses
Behavioral issues in horses often stem from underlying physical problems, requiring careful evaluation to identify and address root causes.
Colorado Stallion Tests Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Prowers County.
Pigeon Fever in Horses
Learn about the common signs of pigeon fever in horses—including abscesses in chest—how your vet might diagnose and treat the disease, and how you can prevent it.
2 Ontario Horses Positive for EHV
The cases are located in Elgin and Grey counties.
