Latest News – The Horse

EEE Confirmed in Florida Donkey
The case marks the state’s 22nd equine confirmed in 2020.

Washington State Confirms Additional Equine Influenza Case
Four additional horses were exposed.

Two Washington Horses Test Positive for Equine Influenza
Two additional horses are suspected positive, and five more horses were exposed.

The Right Horse Helps Home More Than 2,600 Horses in 2020
Through its online adoption platform, My Right Horse, the program helps its adoption partners connect with individuals across the country who want to provide homes for horses in transition.

At a Glance: MRI to Diagnose Equine Lameness
MRI has become easier to use and more accessible. Using this diagnostic tool early leads to improved outcomes for lame horses. Sponsored by Hallmarq Veterinary Imaging.

Equine Physical Therapy: What Are Your Options?
An expert lists four broad PT categories and describes the many techniques within each that can help horses recover from injury and improve their performance.

Serum Profile Matters in Blood-Based Equine Joint Treatments
A Norwegian and Swedish study shows that autologous conditioned serum with higher levels of certain biological anti-inflammatories and growth factors is more likely to reduce lameness in treated horses.

Study: Straw-Hay Mix Helps Ponies Lose Weight Safely
Scottish researchers found a half barley straw and half hay ration helped ponies lose weight.

Understanding Choke in Horses
Chokes are common equine emergencies with potentially serious consequences. Here’s what you need to know.

Case Study: A Pony Overdoses on Pergolide, Recovers With Quick Treatment
A 26-year-old pony mare recovered fully with treatment after accidentally receiving more than 100 times her usual dose of pergolide.

Equine Physical Therapy Must Be Individualized
Biomechanics expert: The wrong rehab program for a horse can be counterproductive.

How Sensitive Is Your Horse’s Face? New Tools Can Tell You
Researchers measured horses’ facial sensitivity to touch, pressure, and heat. The results could help diagnose cases of equine idiopathic headshaking and improve welfare.

California Horse Contracts WNV
The case marks the state’s 20th confirmed equine case for 2020.

EHV Confirmed in California Horse
An additional 66 horses were exposed.

What You Need to Know About Colic in Horses
Learn about the clinical signs of colic and what to do if your horse experiences a bout.

Michigan Horse Tests Positive for EHM
The horse is recovering.



