Latest News – The Horse
3 Strangles Cases Confirmed in Ontario Boarding Facility
The facility is located in Wellington County.
Missouri Quarter Horse Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Cass County.
Case Study: Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis
A poor outcome for a horse with EPM demonstrates the complexity of this neurologic disease.
Young Horse Growth Plates and Wobbler Syndrome
In a first-of-its-kind study, researchers explored the connection between a physeal structure in the neck and wobbler syndrome in horses.
Adding Fuel to the Fire: How Diet Affects Horse Behavior
Find out how you can influence your horse’s behavior through feed management.
Pinpointing Poor Performance in Horses
Veterinarians describe 9 common causes of poor performance in horses and what it takes to get a diagnosis.
California Warmblood Tests Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Los Angeles County.
What’s Up With My Horse’s Hooves?
How soon can I ride my horse after he gets trimmed or shod? How do I know if he has thin soles? Vets and farriers answer these common hoof health questions and more.
Mississippi Horse Positive for EEE
The horse lived in Lincoln County.
Utah Horse Positive for WNV
The horse lived in Tooele County and was euthanized.
New York Percheron Tests Positive for WNV
The horse lived in Herkimer County and is now deceased.
Unvaccinated Wisconsin Stallion Tests Positive for WNV
The stallion lives in Marquette County.
FAQs About Horses and Alfalfa
When fed and managed properly, horses can benefit from alfalfa’s high nutritive value. But is it right for your horse? Here’s what to consider when feeding this forage.
Unvaccinated Quebec Horse Tests Positive for EEE
The horse lived in Montérégie and was euthanized.
Quebec Horse Positive for WNV
The horse lives in MRC Maria-Chapdelaine.
6 Steps to Managing Horses With Hock Arthritis
Hock arthritis can cause poor performance and lameness in horses. Learn how to manage your horse after a diagnosis of this common condition.
