Latest News – The Horse
Common Dewormers: Still Effective Against Small Strongyles?
Study results revealed that three commercially available dewormers showed poor efficacy on the majority of farms tested.
An Inside Look at the Equine GI Microbiome
Researchers are learning more about how microbes within the gut influence horse health.
How to Prevent Sunburn on a Horse’s Nose and Lips
Dr. Nicole Scherrer offers recommendations to protect a horse’s sensitive muzzle from UV light.
Equine Massage Therapists can Now Practice in Tennessee
The state’s house and senate passed an amendment making it lawful for animal massage therapists to practice.
Advocates Stress Responsibility at Racehorse Aftercare Forum
Advocates emphasized owner responsibility and humane treatment and shared insights on racehorse retirement programs.
How Broodmare Nutrition Affects Her Foal
Researchers found that over- and underfeeding can affect foals’ bone growth, metabolism, and testicular development.
Sunburn vs. Photosensitivity: What’s the Difference?
Dr. Rose Nolen-Walston helps distinguish painful sunburn from potentially fatal photosensitivity.
Cargill Investigates California Horse Deaths
Two horses at the same farm that consumed Nutrena SafeChoice Senior died three days apart.
AQHA Executive Committee Approves Welfare Recommendations
Recommendations include adding to the forbidden drugs or substances list, creating educational efforts, and more.
2017 UK Equine Farm, Facilities Expo to be Held June 8
Attendees can receive tips on barn design, farm site planning, nutrient intake regulation, pasture management, and more.
Study: Wood Chips Can Improve Paddock Soil Quality
Adding absorbent, biodegradable materials to paddocks can keep water sources cleaner and favor healthy grass growth.
Study Confirms Kicks From Shod Horses Can Damage Bone
Metal shoes have a greater risk of damaging bone during a kick than polyurethane shoes or barefoot feet.
Rehabilitating the Foundered Horse: Case Study
Follow Tess, a 16-year-old mare, step-by-step as she rehabs from a bought of PPID-related laminitis.
New Data on Pergolide Dosing in Horses
Researchers found that once-daily dosing with 1 mg of pergolide is appropriate for most horses with PPID.
Why a Veterinarian Should Vaccinate Your Horse
Why can’t we give our horses their vaccines ourselves? My barn friend said my shots won’t count if I give them myself.
Poll Recap: Seasonal Respiratory Allergies
Of the 268 respondents, 93 (35%) said their horses suffer from seasonal respiratory allergies.
