Latest News – The Horse
Feeding Foals During Weaning
Find out how to make the weaning transition smoother for foals by meeting their nutritional needs.
Wisconsin Thoroughbred Positive for EHV-1
The horse lives in St. Croix County.
EHV-1 Case Confirmed at New York Showgrounds
The horse tested positive for equine herpesvirus type 1 on April 25 and was euthanized.
California Quarter Horse Tests Positive for EIA
The horse lives in Madera County and was exposed out of state.
Quebec Mare Positive for Equine Influenza
The horse lives in MRC Les Collines-de-l’Outaouais.
Florida Donkey Dies After Contracting EEE
The donkey diagnosed with Eastern equine encephalomyelitis lived in Lake County.
Wisconsin Gelding Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Rock County.
Florida Pony Tests Positive for Strangles
The pony lives in Putnam County.
Non-Steroidal Joint Injection Options
Alternative joint injections to corticosteroids can keep horses comfortable and offer a chance at healing rather than simply masking pain.
Risk-Based Vaccination Protocols for Horses
Veterinarians administer risk-based vaccines based on a horse’s potential to contract certain diseases.
Feeding Programs for Orphan Foals
When a broodmare dies, prompt colostrum delivery and a well-managed milk replacer or nurse mare plan are key to helping orphan foals grow and stay healthy.
Respiratory Viruses and Performance Horse Health
Respiratory viruses affect more horses than you might think, raising important questions for veterinarians and owners about diagnosis, management, and performance.
Florida Quarter Horse Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Flagler County.
Ontario Appaloosa Positive for Equine Influenza
The horse lives in Hastings County.
Ontario Yearling Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in the District of Temiskaming.
Oklahoma Filly Tests Positive for EIA
The filly lived in Garvin County and was euthanized.
