Latest News – The Horse

Maryland Gelding Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Cecil County, where one other horse is suspected to be positive.

2 Utah Horses Test Positive for WNV
Two horses in Utah, located in Box Elder and Rich counties, have tested positive for West Nile virus.

From Sterilization to Stitches: Handling Horse Wounds
Veterinarians weigh in on the do’s and don’ts of wound care, from discovery to recovery.

What to Ask a Horse Seller Before Buying
Learn what you should discuss with a horse’s seller before you purchase in this Ask TheHorse Live excerpt.

Riding Broodmares
Here’s how to properly condition your mare before, during, and after her pregnancy.

Protecting Your Horse From Poisonous Fall Leaves
Is it okay for my horse to eat leaves that have fallen from trees in his pasture?

Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Horse
Buying your first horse? Avoid common mistakes such as skipping a prepurchase exam and overlooking the financial realities of horse care.

3 Kentucky Horses Test Positive for WNV
The cases are located in Grayson, Fayette, and Lyon counties.

Vaccinated California Mare Tests Positive for WNV
The mare lives in Stanislaus County and is recovering.

Indiana Gelding Euthanized After Contracting EEE
The horse lived in LaGrange County.

2 Florida Horses Confirmed Positive for Strangles
The horses live in Marion and Alachua counties.

Understanding Wry Nose in Foals
Learn why this congenital malformation occurs in foals and how veterinarians, owners, and breeders can treat and prevent it.

Strangles Case Confirmed at Maryland Boarding Facility
The case is located in Montgomery County.

Idaho Yearling Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Twin Falls County.

Signs of Respiratory Disease in Horses
Nasal discharge, coughing, and changes in breathing rate or effort can point to equine respiratory disease. Learn how to spot early warning signs.

Help, My Broodmare With EMS Has Sore Feet!
An equine veterinary podiatrist says ice might help address this horse’s foot pain but won’t solve the main problem.



