Latest News – The Horse
How Equine Memory Systems Work
Which memory system a horse uses each time he learns a task depends on a variety of factors. Here’s what to remember.
Broken Bones: Not Aways the End for Horses
Dr. David Levine of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine’s New Bolton Center explains options for horses who’ve sustained bone fractures or breaks.
Who Regulates Horse Properties?
How many horses can you legally have on your farm? Horses for Clean Water’s Alayne Blickle and Donna Foulk, PSU extension specialist, offer insight.
Additional Equine EEE Cases Confirmed in South Carolina
The state veterinarian’s office reported three new cases on July 12, bringing the state’s 2016 case count to eight.
Avoid Equine Poisoning This Fall
If ingested, the leaves and seeds on trees of this genus can cause hemolytic anemia and death in horses.
Equine West Nile Threat Increases During Mosquito Season
Vaccination and proper management techniques can help offer horses protection from disease.
Tips for Maintaining Racehorse Respiratory Health
Reducing particulates in a horse’s environment can go a long way toward ensuring his airway is as healthy as possible.
Avoid Equine Pistacia Poisoning This Fall
If ingested, the leaves and seeds on trees of this genus can cause hemolytic anemia and death in horses.
Where Can I Learn About Operating My Own Horse Farm?
Horses for Clean Water’s Alayne Blickle and Pennsylvania State University Equine Extension Specialist Donna Foulk offer resources for running horse farms.
Estate Planning Tips for Horse Owners
Do your horses a favor by planning ahead for what should happen to them once you’re gone.
Virginia Reports Second Equine EEE Case for 2016
The affected horse, a Thoroughbred from Suffolk, had been vaccinated and is recovering.
Poll Recap: Horse Housing
Of the 974 respondents, 634 said their horses live at home with them, while 259 said they board their animals.
British Researchers Seeking to Improve Horse Welfare
Welfare issues include stress/pain behavior; inappropriate nutrition, stabling, and turnout; and delayed death.
Equine Skin Issues: Scratching the Surface
What’s causing the hives, hair loss, and scabs on your horse’s body?
Feeding an OTTB-Turned Barrel Horse
Off-track Thoroughbreds have special nutritional needs as they begin transitioning to new careers.
BLM’s Vale, Oregon, District Plans Wild Horse Gather
The BLM will gather 100 horses and return 50 to the range to re-establish the appropriate management level.
