Latest News – The Horse
Old Gray Horses and Melanomas
Dr. Bryan Waldridge talks about treating melanomas in horses and when they can become serious problems.
Ohio Horse Tests Positive for EEE
Officials have announced the state’s third equine case for 2019.
Teff Hay for Horses: Pros and Cons
In recent years it has become popular among North American horse owners looking to reduce the amount of sugar in their horses’ diets.
California Horse Contracts West Nile Virus
Officials confirm 10th equine WNV case for 2019.
West Nile Virus Confirmed in Kentucky
Animal health authorities have confirmed the state’s first equine West Nile virus case of 2019.
How Do I Get My Horse to Respect Me?
Dr. Nancy Diehl shares how you can earn your horse’s respect through consistent training with both positive and negative reinforcement.
Florida Officials Confirm Horse With West Nile Virus
This is the state’s third equine case for 2019.
An Introduction to Slide Plates
Reining horses and those competing in other cattle events often wear slide plates. These specialized hind shoes allow them to slide while reducing joint stress.
Laminitis Survivors: Getting Back on Grass
After a horse has had a bout of laminitis, can she be brought up slowly on grass again? If so, how soon can this be done?
Practical Biosecurity Tips to Protect Your Horses
Use these disease prevention strategies to protect your horse on the farm, at the horse show, and in the breeding shed.
USDA Officials Confirm 63 Newly Affected Vesicular Stomatitis Premises
Seven states remain affected by vesicular stomatitis virus.
California Horse Euthanized Due to West Nile Virus
Officials confirm Madera County’s second case.
Three Connecticut Horses Confirmed EEE-Positive
Two of the horses have been euthanized, and one is recovering.
Texas Officials Confirm Eight Equine Infectious Anemia Cases
Affected counties include Camp, Collin, Kaufman, Tarrant, and Travis.
Washington Officials Confirm Equine West Nile Virus Case
Announcement marks the state’s first 2019 case.
