Latest News – The Horse

Tips for Evaluating the Subfertile Mare
One veterinarian describes how to use endometrial culture, cytology, and biopsy to evaluate subbertile mares.

Time-Saving Tips: Pastures and Horse Turnout
Our staff and sources share some of their top tips for pasturing and turning out horses.

Poll Recap: Feeding Alfalfa
Of the 1,244 respondents, 504 (41%) said they feed their horses alfalfa hay.

What is Equine Metabolic Syndrome?
University of Kentucky researcher Amanda Adams, PhD, gives an overview of EMS and how it affects horses.

Maine Horse Owners: Now is the Time to Vaccinate
Veterinary officials encouraged owners to vaccinate against rabies, Eastern equine encephalitis, and West Nile virus.

Are Foals of Obese Mares At Risk for Musculoskeletal Issues?
Overweight mares often produce heavier foals, which studies have shown are at-risk for musculoskeletal disorders.

More Work Might Mean Your Horse Needs More Calories
Have you increased your horse’s workload this spring? Find out how to safely increase his energy intake to match.
2017 NIAA, USAHA Equine Forum White Paper Now Available
The forum focused on advancing equine identification methods, traceability, and electronic health records.

Equine GI and Respiratory Disease: What’s New?
Researchers discuss equine rotavirus infection in foals, bacterial upper airway infections, and more.

‘Trigger’ Finds Permanent Home in Florida Keys
Last year Trigger was ridden nearly 700 miles from Greenwood, South Carolina, to Miami-Dade, Florida.

Time to Ride Challenge Association Program Grows
Associations will reward challenge hosts with additional cash and prizes for connecting people to horses.

PAAG Showing Promise as Arthritis Treatment for Horses
Researchers believe polyacrylamide hydrogel (PAAG) could have a long-lasting cushioning effect on arthritic joints.

The Future of Parasite Control?
Anthelmintic resistance occurs worldwide. With only three drug classes to choose from, are we running out of options?

UHVRC Distributes More Than 3,200 Vaccines to Horses in Need
The UHVRC has delivered more than 25,000 doses of core vaccines to protect horses in need since its inception in 2009.

Limb Sensors for Equine Diagnostics, Performance Evaluations
Researchers say inertial measurement units could aid in more accurate veterinary diagnoses and performance evaluations.

Does a Senior Horse Have Special Vaccination Needs?
Dr. Kevin Hankins explains why senior horses are in a category of their own for vaccinations and care.