Latest News – The Horse
State Vet: Vaccinate Horses to Keep EEE, WNV Rates Low in South Carolina
South Carolina had one of the lowest incidences of EEE in the Southeastern U.S. in 2018, and animal health officials hope owners will keep horses’ vaccines current to maintain those low case numbers.
Is Your Horse Moving Symmetrically? Watch His Withers
By analyzing “wither drop,” researchers found that some horses tend to drop their withers lower when bringing one foreleg forward than the other. Here’s what that means for equestrians.
The Long Haul: Traveling Long-Distances With Horses
A U.S. Equestrian Team veterinarian who has overseen the shipping of horses to six Olympic Games shares what steps to take before, during, and after a long-distance trailer ride.
Neurologic EHV in Saskatchewan: Five Horses Euthanized
Officials said the first clinical signs noted were sporadic abortions in a herd of 70 late-term broodmares, five of which developed neurologic signs and were euthanized.
Racing to Continue at Santa Anita After 29th Horse Fatality
The CHRB recommended suspending the final days of Santa Anita’s race meet, which ends June 23. However, a statement from the track’s operators and two California Thoroughbred industry groups said racing will continue.
Feeding Horses When You’re Camping in the Wilderness
Riding and camping in wilderness areas can present challenges for feeding your horse. Here are some tips.
2019 Belmont Stakes: Sir Winston Holds Off Tacitus to Claim Victory
Sir Winston rose to the challenge in his first start in an American Classic, overtaking pacesetter Joevia in the stretch and holding off favorite Tacitus for a one-length victory in the 2019 Belmont Stakes.
Researchers Study Potentially Toxic Compounds in Horse Feeds
Nearly half of the European feed samples researchers analyzed had levels of pyrrolizidine alkaloids—naturally occurring, potentially toxic organic compounds—that were higher than the accepted maximum tolerated levels, they said.
10 Horse Deworming Resources on TheHorse.com
Transition to targeted deworming without a hitch with these free resources.
John Oxley Accepts 2019 Dinny Phipps Award
Thoroughbred owner John C. Oxley received the award, which honors an individual or individuals who have demonstrated dedication to equine health, on June 6.
How to Control Nuisance Birds on Horse Properties
Are birds causing costly damage in your barn? Find money-saving solutions in The Horse’s Problem-Solver Series, paid downloads from the horse health source you trust.
Do Grazing Muzzles Stress Out Horses?
One study presented at the 2019 Equine Science Society Symposium found the answer. Also learn about how vibration plates really affect horses, if GPS accurately measures horse speed, and more.
Bisphosphonates: Why the Drama?
Research suggests that bisphosphonates can effectively help control clinical signs associated with navicular syndrome in horses, but there’s less research on off-label use. Here’s what to know.
Mud Management: Key to Horse Health, Safety During Wet Weather
Experts offer tips for mud management on farms and how to keep horses and their hooves healthy when faced with copious wet weather.
Maximize Forage Time Without Overfeeding
Read about research into increasing the time horses spend eating (a good thing) without feeding them too much (a bad thing), along with more take-homes from the 2019 Equine Science Society Symposium.
Happy and Unhappy Horses at Home
Has any research been done regarding what horses might like and dislike about their homes?
