Latest News – The Horse

Oklahoma Filly Positive for WNV
The filly lives in Latimer County.

Missouri Horse Positive for WNV
The horse lived in Boone County and was euthanized.

Unvaccinated Wisconsin Mare Tests Positive for WNV
The mare lived in Clark County and was euthanized.

Feeding Guidelines for Horses With Recurrent Colic
Follow these 5 tips for feeding horses with recurrent colic while awaiting a diagnosis or targeted treatment.

The Systematic Equine Neurologic Exam
A slow, steady, step-by-step approach helps veterinarians localize lesions in neurologic adult horses.

Increasing Chew Time for Hay Cubes and Pellets
Horses can consume hay pellets or cubes rapidly. How can we slow them down to increase their time spent chewing?

Photosensitization in Horses
Learn about this uncommon yet potentially serious cause of equine dermatological conditions.

Equine Influenza Confirmed at Oregon Boarding Facility
One horse in Washington County is positive for equine influenza, and six horses are exposed.

Oregon Horse Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Malheur County.

2 New York Horses Positive for EEE
The horses lived in Clinton and Franklin counties and were euthanized.

2 Indiana Horses Positive for WNV
The horses live in Spencer and Marshall counties.

Florida Mare Euthanized After Contracting WNV
The mare lived in Marion County.

2 Colorado Horses Test Positive for WNV
The horses live in Larimer County.

Is Your Horse Getting Enough Sleep?
What is good-quality sleep, and how much do horses need? Researchers offer advice on helping horses get quality sleep in this article from The Horse‘s Fall 2024 issue.

Practical Equine Parasite Control
Learn about common parasites affecting horses, the drugs best used to treat them, and the current state of anthelminthic (dewormer) resistance and deworming protocols.

Drugs, Devices, and Decisions: Understanding Your Options in Managing Equine Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)
Dr. Avi Blake describes equine degenerative joint disease, how it occurs, clinical signs, diagnostics, and treatment options. Sponsored by American Regent Animal Health.