Latest News – The Horse
Horse Back Pain, the Multifidus Muscle, and Ultrasound
How equine practitioners can use ultrasound to evaluate the multifidus muscle, which stabilizes and supports the equine back.
U of M Launches Largest-Ever Equine Muscle Disease Study
University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine researchers have launched a study investigating the genetic and management factors influencing muscle disease in horses. Find out how to get involved.
Hunter/Jumper Horse Visiting Texas Tests Positive for EHV-1
A Wyoming horse in Texas for a Houston-area competition was quarantined after exhibiting neurologic signs related to equine herpesvirus-1.
The Unique Equine Gingiva: Special Gums for Special Teeth
Equine dental anatomy and issues are unique to horses, and they deserve special scientific analyses as well as consideration at home. A German research team took a closer look.
Vets Discuss Developments in Endocrine and Metabolic Conditions in Horses
Key takeaways included treating horses as individuals and adjusting medications and management strategies as needed.
New Imaging Technique for Parrot Mouth in Foals
German researchers found foals can spontaneously correct their own overjets (parrot mouth) within a year. However, they also found that foals born without overjets can develop them within the first few months of life.
10 Resources for Feeding the Easy Keeper on TheHorse.com
Feeding and managing horses that gain weight easily can become a challenge. Learn about ration balancers and how to craft a diet for the easy keeper with these free resources.
Product Review: Triple Crown 30% Balancer
Using a ration balancer to feed a mixed herd saves time for this horse owner.
Take-Homes From Veterinarian Roundtable on Bisphosphonate Use in Horses
One manufacturer organized a roundtable of English and Western sport horse practitioners to evaluate their use of bisphosphonates.
What’s Causing Lateral Resistance in My Quarter Horse?
A horse appears healthy and sidepasses well to the right, but not to the left. Could he be in pain? A sports medicine practitioner shares his thoughts.
Prepurchase Exams: Crystal Ball Not Included in Veterinarian’s Kit
One practitioner describes the steps he takes during a prepurchase exam to help buyers make smart decisions.
Doxy Passes Prelims in Late-Term Mares
The broad-spectrum antibiotic might be a safe and viable option for treating infections, including placentitis, in late-term mares.
Nebraska Horse Confirmed With Equine Herpesvirus-1
Thirty exposed horses are under voluntary quarantine.
2019 Havemeyer Workshop Panelists Focus on Equine Colic
Veterinarians discussing the Havemeyer Workshop while at the AAEP convention covered fluid therapy, NSAID use, and more.
Best Alternatives to Daily Supplementation for Horses
What do you do if you can’t get to the barn to supplement your horse every day? A nutritionist offers advice.
What Body Condition Score Is Your Horse?
Two experts share their tips for evaluating equine body condition and advice for using those results to create a feeding plan that suits your horse’s age, breed, and activity level.
