Latest News – The Horse
Setting Goals for Managing Your Horse Property
Winter is a great time for planning. Here are some tips for planning, prioritizing, and tackling your “to do” list.
TheHorse.com’s Top Videos of 2018
Find videos on horse wounds, body condition scoring, equine gastric glandular disease, hoof adaptability, feeding sick horses, caring for old horses, and more.
The Link Between Horse Parasites and Gut Microbiota
Findings from a recent study could afford a better understanding of how parasites choose their hosts within a herd and lead to the identification of biomarkers that could help pinpoint which horses are more likely to be wormy, researchers said.
Fescue Toxicosis Research in Horses and Cattle
In this two-part presentation from the University of Kentucky, learn about “Research Into Managing Horses and Cattle on Fescue Pastures” from Dr. Jamie Mathews and “Grazing Mares on Novel Endophyte Fescue” from Dr. Karen McDowell.
New Professional Group Unites Farriers, Veterinarians
Texas-based farrier David Gilliam hopes his new nonprofit, Equine Soundness Professionals, will help improve horse health by promoting increased collaboration between farriers and veterinarians.
Nasopharyngeal Cicatrix in Horses: What to Know
Researchers believe nasopharyngeal cicatrix is the result of an environmental agent, possibly found in pasture, but they still don’t know for sure what causes it, how to best manage it, or why it generally affects horses in a specific part of Texas. Here’s what you should know.
Saving the Bardigiano Horse
The Bardigiano’s small population—only a few thousand animals—has led to risky levels of inbreeding that threaten the breed’s long-term existence. But with a research-based breeding program in place, scientists believe the breed can be saved.
EHM in Indiana: One Case Diagnosed
Veterinarians confirmed one case of EHM in LaGrange County, Indiana. Two other horses on the same property exhibited similar clinical signs.
UK Veterinarian Receives National Excellence Award
At the recent American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians convention, Erdal Erol, DVM, MSc, PhD, received the 2018 BIOMIC Excellence in Diagnostic Veterinary Microbiology Award.
Cold Weather Horse Management Tips
Ensure horses have adequate shelter, water, dry bedding, and feed when temperatures drop.
Why Is My Horse Moody?
Does it sometimes seem like your horse is having a bad day? Here are the possible reasons behind equine mood swings.
Webcast: Joint Disease in the Adult Horse
Osteoarthritis can hinder and even end the athletic careers of otherwise healthy horses. Learn more about early intervention and management during our webcast.
Is Synovial Fluid Toxic to Horse Tendons?
Researchers confirmed that synovial fluid is toxic to inner tendon cells, which could help explain why injuries within tendon sheaths and bursae have a poor prognosis for healing, they said.
TheHorse.com’s Top Special Features of 2018
Learn about colic, EPM, core vaccinations, biosecurity, donkeys, and more in our special features.
TheHorse.com’s Top Infographics of 2018
Find information on stress in horses, antibiotic use, scratches, conditioning, equine allergies, and more.
Deconstructing the Saddle Pad
Saddle pads are made in a variety of materials for many functions. Find out how they impact your horse.
