Latest News – The Horse
Dominance in Human-Horse Relationships
Our equine behavior expert examines if dominance has a role in human-horse interactions, especially during training.
Does Omeprazole Reduce Cribbing in Horses?
A researcher tested whether treating gastric ulcers as the cause of cribbing could reduce the behavior; omeprazole at a standard dose wasn’t useful for this purpose.
Two More California Horses Confirmed With WNV
New equine West Nile virus cases have been diagnosed in Kern and Stanislaus counties.
Rhode Island Officials Confirm 2019’s First Equine EEE Case
Veterinarians euthanized the 6-month-old colt due to poor prognosis. Additionally, the state has reported its first human case since 2010.
Clayton on Ground Reaction Forces, Footing, and Lameness in Horses
Renowned researcher Dr. Hilary Clayton gave a keynote presentation about equine locomotion at the 2019 Equine Science Society Symposium. Here’s our exclusive recap.
Equine Behavior Facts, Brought to you by Zylkene
The Horse and Zylkene have partnered in September to bring you the facts behind horse behavior.
Feeding Evacuated Horses
An equine nutrition expert shares tips for feeding horses during natural disasters.
Natural Disaster: Are You and Your Horse Ready?
Are you and your horse ready for an emergency evacuation? Get the tools and information you need to keep your horses healthy.
Colorado Reports First WNV Cases in 2019
Three horses in separate counties confirmed positive for West Nile virus.
California Horse Tests Positive for West Nile Virus
Officials have reported Madera County’s first and the state’s fifth confirmed equine WNV case for 2019.
TheraPlate Might Help Minimize Muscle Loss in Horses on Stall Rest
Because research into vortex wave circulation therapy is new, one researcher sought to understand how it might be helping horses, and she produced measurable results.
Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis Confirmed in Ohio Horse
The unvaccinated Ashtabula County horse succumbed to the deadly EEE virus.
Transport and Exercise’s Effects on Horses’ Microflora
Stress not only leads to stereotypical behaviors and high cortisol (stress hormone) levels but also disrupts the horse’s gastrointestinal (GI) system and microbiome.
Two Indiana Horses Confirmed With Eastern Equine Encephalitis
Both Elkhart County horses were euthanized.
8 Facts About Circadian and Circannual Rhythms in Horses
Daylight cycles influence physiology and behavior rhythms. And, as an Irish researcher recently reported, understanding how horses respond to these cycles can help you better manage your animals.
The Return of Vesicular Stomatitis in Horses
Horse owners in the southwestern and western U.S. should be aware of the current VS outbreak situation and implement aggressive vector mitigation and biosecurity strategies to protect their horses.
