Latest News – The Horse
Florida Horse Tests Positive for EHV-4
The Pasco County horse has not traveled recently and lives at a private facility.
Equine Science Society Calls for Abstracts
The ESS Symposium will take place virtually June 1-4 and will cover a variety of horse care and management topics.
Turmeric and Devil’s Claw Safe and Palatable for Horses
Researchers investigated if two common joint supplement ingredients contribute to worsening gastric ulcer scores in horses.
Well-Timed Tenotomy Can Save Laminitic Horses’ Lives
By cutting the DDFT, veterinarians can stop one of the forces that pulls on the coffin bone during laminitis.
How to Be a Vigilant Broodmare Owner
Serious complications are uncommon in equine pregnancies, but when they occur the consequences can be devastating. Here are 6 high-risk scenarios to watch for.
Michigan EHV-1 Quarantine Released
The Oakland County premises has cleared the 21-day clear-test hurdle.
Respiratory Equine Herpesvirus Confirmed in Massachusetts
Five horses were exposed at the private facility.
Navigating the Haze of CBD Legalities in Equine Practice
CBD is becoming increasingly popular. However, a veterinarian turned attorney warns equine practitioners to tread cautiously when it comes to discussing CBD products with clients.
Why Is My Horse Gassy During Exercise?
Some horses frequently pass gas while being ridden. Learn about the possible nutritional links between exercise and flatulent horses.
Feeding the Horse That Won’t Eat
Is your horse a picky eater? Learn about reasons your horse might turn his nose up at his meals and what you can do about it.
COVID-19: Navigating a New Normal at the Barn
COVID-19 has touched every part of our lives, including our time at the barn. Download this free guide for smart horse and human health practices to follow during a pandemic.
BEVA Publishes Updated COVID-19 Guidelines for UK Vets
With risk assessments and appropriate mitigation, the British Equine Veterinary Association notes vets should be able to carry out work that is essential to support horse welfare and the horse industry.
10 MRI Resources on TheHorse.com
To help horse owners better understand MRI, we’ve scoured our archives and collected 10 resources about this diagnostic modality and some of the ailments it can help identify, all available to you free on TheHorse.com.
Do Horses Feel Empathy?
Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. Here’s what we know about horses and empathy.
Clinician: Managing Laminitic Pain Takes Multiple Therapies
A review of research into laminitic pain in horses found veterinarians rely on a multimodal approach for pain management.
Alberta Gelding Tests Positive for Equine Influenza
Four additional horses at the same boarding facility were exposed.
