Latest News – The Horse

Florida Filly Tests Positive for EEE
The filly lived in Madison County and was euthanized.

3 Michigan Horses Test Positive for Strangles
The horses live in Monroe and Ionia counties.

Identifying Scratches and Effective, Innovative Treatment Strategies
An equine veterinarian shares how she treats and prevents this painful skin condition on horses’ legs.

Deworming Broodmares Before Foaling
Should broodmares be dewormed before giving birth? An equine reproduction specialist responds.

4 Horse Hoof Hardening Tips
Overly moist, dry and brittle hooves tend to break and bruise, leaving horses footsore or causing issues with shoe retention. Here are tips for hardening hooves.

3 Alabama Horses Positive for EEE
The cases are located in Covington and Geneva counties.

California Thoroughbred Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Sacramento County.

What’s in Your Horse’s Joint Supplement?
With so many supplements to choose from, it’s important to know what options are effective. Here’s a look at supplement ingredients that are backed by science.

Arkansas Horse Positive for EEE
The case is located in Ouachita County.

Zoetis, The Horse Bring You Smart Equine Parasite Control Awareness Month
Learn how to optimize your parasite control program all month long. Sponsored by Zoetis.

Endocrinopathic Laminitis Likelihood
Are horses that develop sepsis-related, supporting-limb, or idiopathic laminitis at a higher risk of developing endocrinopathic laminitis down the road?

Horse Arena Footing Facts
The footing under your horse’s feet affects his overall soundness. Discover what scientists know about footing and its connection to lameness and other health issues.

WNV Confirmed in Kentucky Pony
The unvaccinated pony lives in Todd County and is recovering.

Footing: The Foundation of Olympic Equestrian Performance
What’s under the hooves of the Paris 2024 Olympic horses? Let’s get down to ground level and look at the footing.

Vets Explore Magnesium Oxide’s Potential for Managing Ulcers in Horses
A magnesium oxide blend decreased squamous ulcer scores in French Trotter horses in training, suggesting its potential as a buffering option.

New York Mare Tests Positive for EEE
The unvaccinated mare lived in St. Lawrence County and was euthanized.