Latest News – The Horse

Nov. 25 Update: 33 Confirmed EHV Cases Associated With WPRA Event
The cases are located in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Colorado, New Mexico, Washington, Arizona, and South Dakota.

Stopping the Spread of EHV-1: 5 Things to Know About Equine Herpesvirus
Here’s what you need to know about stopping the spread of this highly contagious virus.

Tracheal Mucus and Severe Equine Asthma
Researchers have reported an association between tracheal mucus levels and severe equine asthma.

Where Are We With Equine Cribbing Research?
Here are 10 things we’ve learned about cribbing since we published our last research update.

Ohio Horse Tests Positive for EHV-1
The case is not associated with the Waco, Texas, outbreak.

Nov. 24 Update: 29 Confirmed EHV Cases Associated With WPRA Event
The cases are located in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Colorado, New Mexico, Washington, Arizona, and South Dakota.

Nutrition for Senior Horse Muscle and Joint Health
Some horses might become hard keepers as they age. Here’s how to feed senior horses to maintain weight and support healthy muscles and joints.

Complementary Therapies in Equine Care: What Horse Owners Need to Know
Veterinarians use complementary therapies alongside conventional care to ease pain, aid recovery, and support performance. Read more in The Horse‘s Winter 2025 issue.

Pennsylvania Horse Tests Positive for EHV-4
The horse lives in Northumberland County.

Nov. 23 Update: 27 Confirmed EHV Cases Associated With WPRA Event
The cases are located in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Colorado, New Mexico, Washington, and Arizona.

FAQ About the November 2025 EHV Outbreak
One veterinarian debunks common myths about this equine herpesvirus outbreak and shares important information for horse owners on keeping their animals safe.

Fall Renovation of Horse Pastures
Fall is a great time to renovate horse pastures due to encouraged root growth until the ground freezes.

Getting Your Horse to Drink
Just because your horse has access to water does not guarantee he’s drinking enough. Learn more about how to keep horses hydrated.

Michigan Mare Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Genesee County and was recently purchased from a dealer.

Nov. 21 Update: 16 Confirmed EHV Cases Associated With WPRA Event
The cases are located in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Colorado, and New Mexico.

Research-Based Advances in Equine Orthopedic Therapies
Find out how orthopedic therapies are enhancing the health and performance of sport horses.



