Latest News – The Horse
Senators Urge BLM to Abandon Plan to Spay Mustang Mares
The plan would surgically sterilize mares in Oregon’s Warm Springs Herd Management Area.
Second Horse Contracts Anthrax in Texas
As of July 16, the Texas Animal Health Commission has added a Crockett County horse to the list of animals in the state affected by anthrax in 2019.
New Mexico Officials Offer Steps to Protect Horses From VS
You can help prevent the spread of vesicular stomatitis. Find out how from New Mexico’s state veterinarian.
Vets Discuss How They Use SAA in Equine Practice
An SAA test can identify illness in horses, and it can also ensure they’re healthy enough for other procedures, such as surgery. Here’s a look into how some vets use SAA in their practices.
How Veterinarians Use Chiropractic to Assess Equine Back Pain
Veterinarians are using chiropractic techniques more frequently to evaluate and treat back disorders in horses. Here, a CSU professor and researcher outlines basic principles.
Equine Influenza: Vaccinating for Optimal Protection
Equine influenza is one of the most contagious and costly diseases. As such, preventing its spread in the first place is the easiest course of action.
Fatal Equine WNV Case Reported in Alabama
Veterinarians euthanized the 3-year-old unvaccinated Mammoth Mule after it showed signs of ataxia and became recumbent.
Equine Pelvic Fracture Prognosis
What’s the long-term prognosis for a horse diagnosed with a fractured pelvis?
Is Hot Weather Making My Horse’s Legs Stock Up?
Our equine nutritionist offers feeding advice to help the stocked-up horse.
Feeding Horses Forage Post-Colic Surgery Improves Outcomes
Researchers found providing handfuls of forage to horses within hours after colic surgery improved gut healing.
5 Facts About Flax
Flaxseed is quickly becoming a popular nutritional supplement for horses. But what exactly is this grain and how does it benefit the horse? Here’s wha to know about flaxseed.
What to Know Before Starting a Horse Rescue
Getting a rescue up and running—and keeping it that way—takes more than the desire to save skinny horses. Here are some practical points to ponder.
Hot Summer Days and Your Horse
Summer is a great time to get out and enjoy your horse, but the season also comes with management challenges. In this prerecorded Q&A, we’ll answer your hot weather health questions about riding, bathing, hydration, and transportation. You’ll also learn the signs of heat exhaustion and how to protect your horse.
Celebrate National Meet a Horse Day With the AHC on July 19
National Meet a Horse Day is July 19, and the American Horse Council is celebrating by bringing horses to the National Mall.
Dr. Olivia Lorello Joins Penn Vet Equine Field Service Team
Dr. Olivia Lorello will bring advanced cardiovascular examinations and exercise testing, as well as chiropractic care, to clients.
Vesicular Stomatitis Confirmed in Additional Colorado Counties
On July 12 the Colorado Department of Agriculture reported additional confirmed cases of vesicular stomatitis virus in La Plata, Larimer, and Weld counties.
