Latest News – The Horse
N.C. Confirms its First Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis Case of 2019
The 4-year-old unvaccinated mare was euthanized after veterinarians confirmed the disease.
Vets Confirm Idaho’s First 2019 Equid WNV Case
The donkey filly did not survive the disease.
What to Do About Horses With Loose Poop
Our equine nutritionist offers her secrets for solving chronic diarrhea in horses.
Why Does My Horse Play With His Tongue?
What could be the cause behind this young horse’s strange tongue lollying at feeding time? Dr. Sue McDonnell answers.
Oklahoma Identifies its 2019 Equine VS Index Case
The mare’s owner contacted a veterinarian after noticing lesions in her mouth. The state veterinarian confirmed vesicular stomatitis as the cause and placed the mare under quarantine.
Why Does Starch Make Horses Reactive?
Previous studies have shown horses are more reactive on starchy diets but not the reasons behind the nutrition-related behavior. A Scottish researcher discovered that the gut-brain axis might be the link.
Anthrax Detected in Horses on Two Additional Texas Premises
On July 29, 2019, the Texas Animal Health Commission confirmed three additional equine anthrax cases on two new Texas premises since its last update on July 22.
Types of Alfalfa Bale Wrap Compared
A University of Minnesota graduate student investigated types of bale wrap and their effects on alfalfa baling time, dry matter losses, nutrient values, moisture levels, cost, and bale value. Here’s what she found.
Food for Thought: Are Feeding Practices Hurting Your Horse?
Are your feeding practices doing more harm than good? Experts share four ways to improve your horse’s digestive health.
Most Horses With Inflammatory Airway Disease Exposed to Fungi
Researchers have discovered that breathing in various kinds of molds can cause a horse to develop IAD.
A Power Drill Could Help Cut Down Horse Castration Complications
While many veterinarians use a clamp to accomplish hemostasis, a Swiss research team has uncovered significant benefits offered by a different castration and clamping method.
Do Horses Like Being Groomed? Probably Not, Study Finds
Researchers reported that more horses avoid being groomed than show signs of liking it. Here are tips to help your horse enjoy his grooming experience.
Reduced Pasture Size Can Help Your Horse Lose Weight
Can decreasing pasture size also decrease your horse’s weight even if turnout time doesn’t change? A researcher investigated and offers management tips based on her results.
How Often Does Trailer-Driver Error Cause Horse Injury?
Before you load your horse into a trailer, you might wrap him head-to-toes to protect him. But the most important thing you can do to help him travel unscathed? Drive safely, researchers say.
Racehorse Training, Drug History Needed to Understand Breakdowns
We asked Prof. Tim Parkin about the data the Equine Injury Database collects on catastrophic racing injuries and how the industry could make it even stronger and more useful.
First EEE Case for 2019 Confirmed in New Jersey Horse
The vaccinated 12-year-old Ocean County mare was euthanized July 23.
