Latest News – The Horse

Michigan Gelding Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Genesee County.

Florida Mare Dies After Contracting EEE
The mare lived in Lake County and was unvaccinated.

Oklahoma Horse Positive for WNV
The horse lives in McCurtain County and is recovering.

New Jersey Mare Tests Positive for EEE
The mare lived in Atlantic County and is deceased.

The All-Important Equine Prepurchase Exam
What to expect when a veterinarian performs a prepurchase exam on a prospective equine partner.

North Dakota Horse Positive for Respiratory EHV
The horse lives in Cass County.

North Dakota Horse Positive for WNV
The horse lives in McIntosh County.

4 New Mexico Horses Positive for EIA
The horses live in Dona Ana County and are quarantined.

Parasite Control Recommendations for Boarded Horses
Vets recommend a whole-facility-focused approach to parasite control, but what do you do when you don’t manage the farm?

Which Omega-3 Sources are Best for My Horse?
Vegetable- and marine-based sources can provide your horse with essential omega-3 fatty acids. Consider these factors when choosing an omega-3 supplement for your horse.

Budgeting and Planning for Horse Expenses
Do you feel like you can’t afford your horse? You’re not alone. Learn how to manage horse expenses to lessen the stress of horsekeeping. Sponsored by CareCredit.

Kentucky Mare Tests Positive for WNV
The mare lived in LaRue County and was euthanized.

Moving Forward: Dressage Training Considerations for Equine Welfare
A scientist highlights the importance of equestrian sports uniting and adopting science-based training methods to improve horse welfare beyond the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.

Handling Heat During the 2024 Olympic Games Equestrian Events
Learn about the advanced heat management strategies 2024 Olympic equestrian officials implemented to ensure horse safety during extreme temperatures.

Improving Equine Joint Health Through Nutrition
Two experts explain how you can improve your horse’s joint health through nutrition and how to choose high-quality joint supplements.

Michigan Filly Positive for EEE
The horse lived in Van Buren County and is now deceased.