Latest News – The Horse
USDA Issues Situation Report Due to Vesicular Stomatitis Cases
Here’s an update of equine-related VS cases as of Aug. 15.
Thoroughbred Charities of America Named Title Sponsor of the Thoroughbred Makeover
The organization signs on as the Makeover’s top supporter for the seventh consecutive year.
New York Horse Succumbs to Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis
The yearling filly marks the first confirmed New York case of EEE in 2019.
Packing Feed for a Horse Trip When You Have No Room
How do you make space for horse feed when packing for a multiday trip? Our equine nutritionist offers suggestions.
EEE and WNV Confirmed in Connecticut Horses
Officials announce the state’s first cases of Eastern equine encephalitis and West Nile virus for 2019.
Monk and Dr. Lindsay Fisher Awarded Haggin Cup at 2019 Tevis
The 17-year-old gelding finished ninth in the 100-mile Tevis Cup. This was his fifth consecutive Tevis, and he’s never finished out of the Top 10.
Sanoma Blakeley and RA Ares Bay Win 2019 Tevis Cup
The 18-year-old, riding an Arabian gelding found for free in a Craigslist ad, edged out three-time winner Jeremy Reynolds in a race to the finish.
Understanding White Line Disease in Horses
Find out what causes white line disease and how you can treat and manage it from equine podiatrist Dr. Scott Fleming.
Volunteers and Veterinarians Will Care for Pulled Horses at Tevis Cup
Only about 50% of horses complete the 100-mile endurance race; the rest must be brought safely back to civilization.
10 High-Performance Equine Athlete Resources on TheHorse.com
Whether you’re caring for an upper-level sport horse, have high-performance aspirations, or simply want to give your lower-level horse the Olympic treatment, here are 10 resources available to you for free on TheHorse.com.
Marine-Derived Minerals Might Improve Equine Bone Density
One researcher saw bone changes in racehorses in training who received a supplement containing marine-derived minerals.
Are White Hooves Weaker Than Dark Ones?
Dr. Scott Fleming offers research-based insight into this long-held horse hoof belief.
First EIA Cases of 2019 Confirmed in Wisconsin
A horse and a mule on the same Taylor County premises tested positive.
First 2019 Vesicular Stomatitis Case Confirmed in Nebraska
USDA also updates confirmed VSV cases in Colorado, New Mexico, Wyoming, and Texas.
Two Potomac Horse Fever Cases Confirmed in Massachusetts
The state’s first two cases of 2019 occurred in Essex and Norfolk counties.
When Do Horses Need Vitamin E?
Learn about this important piece of the equine nutrition puzzle. Is your horse getting enough?
