Latest News – The Horse

Equine Nutrition Counseling Services Have Positive Impact
Owners of horses with medical problems reported “good” results following nutritional consultation in 92% cases.

Surviving Natural Disasters With Your Horse
Do you have a plan in place for your horses if wildfires, tornadoes, floods, or hurricanes strike in your area? Learn how to prepare for the worst-case natural disaster scenarios during our live event.
2017 BEVA Congress: Thursday’s Top Tweets and Take-Homes
Tweets and take-homes from Day 1 educational sessions at the 2017 British Equine Veterinary Association Congress.

Are Horses Self-Aware?
Italian researchers used the mirror self-recognition test on horses. Here’s a look at the results.

Two Additional WNV Cases Confirmed in Kentucky
Neither affected horses was vaccinated against West Nile. Both are currently recovering.

Time-Saving Tips: Equine Veterinary and Farrier Visits
Veterinarians and farriers often have busy schedules. Here are some tips to help expedite their visits when they arrive.

Horse Owners Take Stock After Hurricane Irma
Four days after Hurricane Irma swept through Florida horse owners from Miami to Tampa Bay are finally able to assess the damages left in the storm’s wake.

Cornell Cardiologists Calm Horses’ Fluttering Hearts
When other atrial fibrillation treatments fail transvenous electrical cardioversion could restore a normal heartbeat.

Researchers Study Indicator of Chronic Stress in Horses
Horses showing signs of compromised welfare had low cortisol levels, indicating it could be a chronic stress indicator.

Poll Recap: Venomous Snake Concerns
Of the 351 respondents, 174 (50%) said they live in an area where rattlesnakes and other venomous snakes are a concern.
KDA Animal Health to Hold Public Meeting to Discuss EIA
The meeting will allow local horse owners to learn more about EIA and the recent cases identified in southwest Kansas.

Kentucky Confirms Sixth Equine WNV Case of 2017
The unvaccinated 13-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse gelding from Metcalfe County is reportedly recovering.
American Horse Council Makes Governance Structure Changes
In January 2018, the AHC Board will add two “at large” seats in addition to their “strategic” level seats.

2018 WEVA Congress Approaching
The 2018 World Equine Veterinary Association (WEVA) Congress will take place April 21-23 in Beijing, China.

Scientists Study How Hard Horses Kick
Knowing those forces could pave the way for safer stables and interactions with (and between) horses, researchers say.
Social Media Scenes: Hurricanes and Horses
Hurricanes Harvey and Irma are bringing equestrians together to ensure horse safety as Mother Nature takes a toll.