Latest News – The Horse

Using Objective Tools to Guide Equine Rehabilitation
Objective tracking tools can bring data-driven precision to equine rehabilitation programs.

Florida Gelding Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Pasco County.

Unvaccinated Colorado Mare Tests Positive for WNV
The mare lives in Weld County.

New Jersey Gelding Tests Positive for EEE
One horse in Burlington County, New Jersey, was euthanized after contracting Eastern equine encephalitis.

Kentucky Mare Dies After Contracting WNV
The unvaccinated mare lived in Christian County and tested positive for West Nile virus.

Preventing Thrush Before It Starts This Fall and Winter
Thrush in horses stems from environment, hoof conformation, and care. Here’s how to prevent it year-round.

Kentucky Horse Tests Positive for Pigeon Fever
The horse lives in Woodford County.

Prehabilitation for Horses Before Surgery
Your horse’s recovery from surgery should start long before heading to the OR.

Oklahoma Quarter Horse Contracts WNV
The horse lives in McCurtain County.

The Value of Hoof Radiographs
A veterinarian explains why hoof radiographs are important, how to use them, and what role they play in helping your horse feel and move better.
Tips for Correctly and Safely Fitting a Horse Blanket
Learn how to calculate your horse’s blanket size, prevent rub marks, and practice safe blanketing in this visual guide. Sponsored by Tough1.

Feeding Horses on Competition Days
An equine nutritionist offers advice for feeding horses on competition days to support energy, digestion, and performance.

2 Alberta Horses Test Positive for EIA
The equine infectious anemia cases are located in Clearwater and Athabasca counties.

Can Horses Eat Pumpkin?
Do you want a festive fall treat for your horse? Find out if pumpkin is a safe choice.

Washington Horse Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Thurston County.

What Type of Colic Is It?
Learn about 14 types of colic, or abdominal pain, in horses and their prognoses.



