Latest News – The Horse

BLM Tests Fertility Drug to Control Wild Herd Growth
Oocyte growth factor (OGF) lasts three years or longer and is a potential alternative to PZP.

Insect Control on Horse Farms
Discover options to help protect your horses from mosquitoes and other flying insects.

Iowa Horse Confirmed With Neurologic EHV-1
The Linn County premises where the 14-year-old resides has been quarantined.

Diagnosing Fetlock Disease in Racehorses
One veterinarian weighs the pros and cons of available imaging modalities when it comes to diagnosing common fetlock injuries.

Woodbine Racetrack Confirmed EHM Cases Reach 27
The Ontario, Canada, track continues to monitor the outbreak.

Fact Sheet: Gastric Ulcers
Gastric ulcers occur commonly yet present a number of treatment challenges requiring pharmaceutical intervention and intensive lifestyle modifications. Sponsored by Vitalize.

VSV Confirmed on New Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas Premises
The USDA has confirmed vesicular stomatitis cases on additional affected premises in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Standing Fast: Standing Surgeries for Horses
Standing surgeries on sedated horses can provide good, if not better, results than equivalent surgeries on fully anesthetized horses, without the added costs and complications.

Study: Omeprazole Reduces Calcium Digestibility in Horses
While omeprazole use is unlikely to cause bone issues in horses consuming correct rations, researchers said it’s important to respect professional recommendations for both omeprazole treatment duration and commercial feeding instructions.

What Does Vitamin Deficiency in Horses Look Like?
Your horse might not be getting enough vitamin E and not show any obvious signs. Or, he could have severe disease. Dr. Carrie Finno explains.

Why Do Horses Need Vitamin E?
Researcher Dr. Carrie Finno of the University of California, Davis, explains the important role vitamin E plays in neuromuscular and reproductive health for horses.

Woodbine Racetrack EHM Cases Increase to 20
Testing at the Canadian horse racing track following two confirmed cases revealed additional equine herpesvirus-1 positives.
The Foundation for the Horse Throws Virtual Barn Party
Country music stars, equine industry celebrities, and cowboy poets will join the fundraising event to celebrate horses and essential care providers. Partner donors are offering a $40,000 matching challenge.

Read This Before You Buy Your First Horse
Buying a horse is a lot like buying a used car. Both take research, experience, and smart buying strategies. Use this guide, developed by equine legal experts, to prepare.

Owners Reluctant to Change Asthmatic Horses’ Environments
Researchers found that owners of horses with severe asthma struggle to implement recommendations for a dust-free equine environment.

Equine Herpesvirus Quarantine Released in Washington
Horses that tested positive at the affected King County facility are now clear of the virus.



