Latest News – The Horse

EVJ Publishes Free Equine Vaccine Research Collection
The collection includes research on controlling equine influenza, immunology in young horses, herd immunity, and more.

Officials Confirm EHM at Turf Paradise Racetrack
The affected horse presented with neurologic signs on Feb. 8 and was moved to a referral hospital. One barn at the track is quarantined.
Bill Would Protect Police Horses in Colorado
Police horses in Colorado would receive additional protection against animal cruelty crimes if a bill proposed in that state’s legislature becomes law.

Welcome to the New TheHorse.com!
All of the horse health resources on TheHorse.com are now mobile-friendly and easy to access.

Do Pectin and Lecithins Help Equine Gastric Health?
Many gastric-support supplements include pectin and lecithins. Find out how they might help horses with EGUS.

Charcoal Could Help Horses At Risk for Atypical Myopathy
Activated charcoal administered via a nasogastric tube might help stop the intoxication process that leads to death.

Most Foals Do Well in Cold Environments
Weanlings turned out with shelter access had no more respiratory issues than those housed in warmer stables during a harsh Finnish winter.

Study Shows Racehorse Performance Not Affected by Hendra Vaccine
Researchers evaluated 1,154 Thoroughbreds’ Timeform ratings and performance before and after vaccination and detected no difference in form.
New Bolton Center Lifts EHV Quarantine, Resumes Normal Operations
Penn Vet’s clinic has resumed normal operations and is admitting equine elective and emergency patients with minimal restrictions.

Common and Uncommon Ovarian Abnormalities
Knowing which ovarian abnormalities are benign and which are pathogenic can help vets manage mare successfully.

A Horse’s Stifled Senses
A reader wonders if there’s a connection between a horse’s spooky behavior and hearing impairment.

10 Foal Care Resources on TheHorse.com
Ensure your foal has a smooth start to life and prompt treatment of any issues that might arise.

Get Ready For Your Foal!
Do you have a foal due? Learn how to prepare your mare for foaling, care for your newborn, and spot issues early.
Another King County, Washington, Stable Under EHV Quarantine
This case, confirmed in a horse that recently shipped from Oregon, is not related to ones diagnosed in December 2017 at a different facility.
Kentucky EHV Update: No New Cases Confirmed
The two horses at Turfway Park that tested positive for EHV earlier in the week have been isolated at a private facility.

Assessing Horse Well-Being With the ‘Five Domains’
The domains focus on horses’ nutrition, environment, health, behavior, and mental experiences.



