Latest News – The Horse
Nine New Jersey Horses Contract EEE
Veterinarians diagnosed the latest five cases in Atlantic, Morris, Ocean, and Salem counties.
Weed Management for Small Horse Properties
Our equine nutritionist gives advice on how to prevent weeds in your horse pastures.
Colic: What Should I Do Until the Vet Gets Here?
An equine critical care specialist shares advice for dealing with a colic while waiting for your vet.
15 is the New 10: Keeping the Middle-Aged Horse Healthy
Find out how to keep your middle-aged horse’s teeth, feet, joints, and more healthy.
Keeping Your Horse Healthy on the Trail
Learn how to prepare for, prevent, and handle potential emergencies on the trail.
Grasping Insulin Resistance in Horses
Two leading researchers explain insulin’s effects on the body and how to manage the insulin-resistant horse.
10 R. equi Resources on TheHorse.com
Rhodococcus equi is the most serious cause of pneumonia in 1- to 4-month-old foals. Learn more about this potentially deadly pathogen and how to protect your foals with these resources on TheHorse.com.
Florida Officials Confirm West Nile Virus
This is the state’s second and Brevard County’s first equine WNV case of 2019.
DHA Level Effect on Inflammation in Exercising Horses
Researchers evaluated how different doses of this omega-3 fatty acid affect exercise-induced inflammation.
Equine Influenza Confirmed in Washington
A Spokane County horse tested positive; nine additional horses have been exposed.
Give Your Old Horse the Best Care!
Aging horses often require individualized care to keep them comfortable and happy. Listen as our expert answers questions about senior horse health conditions, nutrition, hoof care, and more.
Be a Good Steward of Public Land: 10 Tips for Equestrian Trail Riders
If we want to keep our trails and public lands open to horses, we must be responsible riders who care for the land and coexist with other trail users.
5 Tips for Feeding Weanlings
Don’t wait until your foal is weaned to plan a diet that meets his increased energy, protein, and mineral requirements.
How to Introduce Horses
An equine behavior expert and veterinarian shares recommendations for introducing horses that will live together.
Michigan Horse Confirmed With EEE
Michigan counties affected by Eastern equine encephalomyelitis now include Barry, Lapeer, Kalamazoo, and St. Joseph.
Consider Flavoring Your Horse’s High-Fiber Feed With Fenugreek
A research team investigated which flavorings horses preferred to make high-fiber rations more palatable. Here’s what they found.
