Latest News – The Horse

Second California Horse Succumbs to Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy
The California Department of Food and Agriculture continues to monitor the situation in San Bernardino County.

Potomac Horse Fever: A Happy Outcome
A veterinarian walks us through diagnosing and treating this infectious disease.

Special Report: How Light Affects Your Horse
Nearly all organisms, including horses, adapt their lifestyles to the timing of sunrise and sunset. From breeding to performance to haircoats—understanding how horses respond to light can help you manage them accordingly.

Researcher: Cobalt Misuse in Horses is ‘Ill-Conceived’
Blood testing provides a clearer picture of potential cobalt misuse.

Small-Scale Success: Responsible Boutique Horse Breeders
Owners and veterinarians involved with two small-scale horse breeding operations share their secrets to success.

Young Horse Growth and Development
Do you have a young horse in your life? Learn about young horse growth, development, exercise, and nutrition during this Q&A.

Utah Premises Released From Equine Herpesvirus-1 Quarantine
All horses that exhibited clinical signs have been cleared following monitoring.

Managing Respiratory Allergies and Airway Disease in Sport Horses
A horse’s active competition schedule can make managing and treating respiratory problems challenging.

Researchers: Young Foals in Halter Training Need Frequent Days Off
Biting is a sign of stress in foals. In this study, foals less than 8 weeks old that didn’t have training breaks bit their handlers more frequently than ones that got days off between training sessions.

Footing Surfaces and Loading on Equine Legs
Canadian researchers shared the results of their footing and force studies at an international conference. One looked at limb loading force, while the other investigated the impact of footing firmness and horse size.

California Horse Succumbs to EHV-1
Officials continue to monitor the situation in San Bernardino County.

Two New Vesicular Stomatitis Cases Confirmed in Colorado
The USDA also corrects its previous report of VSV in Duchesne County, Utah.

Chia or Flax: Which is Better for My Horse?
Discover the differences between these two trendy, omega-3-packed seeds that can be used to supplement equine diets.

How to Create a Well-Ventilated Horse Barn
If you house your horses in a barn, keeping it well-ventilated is an essential part of their care. Download this free report to learn how you can take simple steps to improve the ventilation in an existing barn and give your horse the fresh air he needs.

The Trouble With Mud
When the going gets muddy, the muddy get hoof problems. Here’s what to watch for in your horses.

Why Is My Horse’s Manure Runny?
Nutrition changes, high-carb diets, and more: Discover the nutritional factors that can cause loose stool in horses.