Latest News – The Horse
Practical Tips to Prevent Parasite Resistance in Horses
Scientists have reported widespread parasite resistance against every anthelmintic drug class on the U.S. market.
Two Ontario Mares Confirmed With EHV Abortions
Both facilities are under a 21-day voluntary quarantine.
Two Maryland Horses Confirmed With Neurologic EHV-1
Officials have deemed the cases unrelated.
Horse Hoofwear Innovations
Today’s hoof protection options include a variety of glue-on shoes, hoof boots, and even orthotics. Learn about the pros and cons of each.
Kentucky Issues EHV-1 Perspective and Position Update
Outbreaks worldwide prompt enhanced biosecurity recommendations for equine events.
Pennsylvania Horse Euthanized Due to Neurologic EHV-1
This case has not been connected with international travel, transport, or exhibition.
Two Florida Horses Confirmed With Neurologic EHV-1
Both horses were recently stabled at the World Equestrian Center, in Ocala, during competition.
Farm-Wise Equine Parasite Control Strategies
Each horse has his own individual needs when it comes to parasite control. But when you’re responsible for deworming a number of horses on one property, how do you meet each one’s needs?
New Ethogram Describes 70+ Discomfort Behaviors in Horses
Researchers: A newly published “catalog” of equine discomfort behaviors could help veterinarians, scientists, stable managers, and owners “speak the same language” when it comes to recognizing possible signs of discomfort in horses.
European EHV-1 Outbreak: Six Horses Dead, Nearly 100 Sick
The equine herpesvirus-1 outbreak began at an FEI jumping competition in Valencia, Spain, with cases spreading to Belgium, France, and Germany. The FEI calls it “probably the most serious EHV-1 outbreak in Europe for decades.”
Horses in Uniform
Police horses fill a special place in the equestrian world. Here’s a look at the unique lives, needs, and challenges of these horses, as well as how they’re selected and trained.
Distinguished Equine Veterinarian Gary Lavin Dies
A. Gary Lavin, VMD, veterinarian, Thoroughbred breeder, and exemplar of leadership in his profession, died at his home in Louisville, Kentucky, on Feb. 27. He was 83.
EHV Quarantine Lifted in Los Angeles County
Seventy-two potentially exposed horses were released from restricted movement following 14 days of monitoring.
Equine Wellness Exams 101
Is your horse’s annual wellness exam comprehensive? Learn about common wellness steps and how your veterinarian can help you address and correct problems you might encounter.
10 Equine Asthma Resources on TheHorse.com
Owners often seek advice and tips on ways to keep their RAO-affected horses healthy, so we’ve scoured our archives and compiled 10 resources available for free on TheHorse.com.
Study Finds High Rate of Bit-Related Lesions in Trotting Horses
Finnish researchers found that 83% of the Standardbred horses and 90% of the Finnhorses (a local draft breed) had acute lesions resulting from their bits post-racing. Mares were at a greater risk of mouth injury.
