Latest News – The Horse
Potomac Horse Fever Confirmed in Washington Horse
The Spokane County horse had returned from a trail ride in Idaho four weeks prior.
Washington Horse Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse resides in Clark County.
EEE Confirmed in New York Horse
The gelding lived in Franklin County and is deceased.
Hay Nets, Horse Body Weight, Body Condition, and Dental Health
Can hay nets affect a horse’s weight or body condition score? Do they damage equine teeth? Researchers answer these questions and more.
Horse Tests Positive for WNV in Kentucky
The gelding lived in Fleming County and was euthanized.
Michigan Horse Tests Positive for EEE
The gelding lived in Allegan County and was euthanized.
Planning for Your Horse’s Future After You’re Gone
Two veterinarians describe how you can assure funds for your horses’ care should you die before they do.
Helping Old Horses Gain Weight Before Winter
A nutrition expert offers care and feeding tips for a thin senior horse before the cold weather hits.
3 Florida Horses Test Positive for Strangles
The horses live in Lee County, where 23 horses are exposed.
Maine Mare Tests Positive for EEE
The mare lived in Waldo County and was euthanized.
2 Quebec Horses Positive for EEE
The horses lived in Lanaudière and Mirabel and were euthanized.
Rhode Island Mare Contracts EEE
The mare lived in Mirabel County.
Utah Mare Tests Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Utah County.
EEE and WNV Cases Confirmed in Michigan
The affected horses lived in Kalamazoo, St. Joseph, and Allegan counties.
How Does Arena Footing Affect Equine Athlete Longevity?
An equine sports medicine specialist shares how footing can impact soundness and offers footing selection advice.
11 Equine Lameness Prevention Tips
Veterinarians and farriers emphasize individualized maintenance for preventing lameness and promoting long-term horse soundness.
