Latest News – The Horse

EMS Horse Hoof Care: Is Barefoot or Shod Best?
Vet and farrier Dr. Vernon Dryden offers insight into foot care for horses suffering from EMS-related laminitis.

Researchers Develop Saliva-Based Equine Tapeworm Test
This could encourage the use of targeted deworming programs to help reduce parasite resistance, scientists said.

Elzinga Wins Second UK Vet Science 3-MT Competition
Sarah Elzinga, MS, is studying inflammation and insulin dysregulation in the horse.

Indoor Arena Dust: Damaging to Horse and Rider
Dusty arenas could be compromising your respiratory health, right along with your horse’s.

Equine Metabolic Syndrome: Is There a Genetic Link?
Certain breeds seem more susceptible to EMS. Dr. Amanda Adams shares information about possible genetic links.

Horse Hoof Abscesses
Find out how to treat and prevent this common equine hoof problem in our special guide!

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.



