Latest News – The Horse
Antioxidants and Equine Joints: What the Science Says
Researchers say more studies are needed to fully understand the effects of antioxidants on equine joint health. Here’s what they know now.
Choosing the Right Forage for Your Climate and Horse Pastures
Consider these factors when thinking about your horse’s pasture forage quality. Read more in the Summer 2025 issue of The Horse.
Study: Specific Horse Behaviors Could Reliably Indicate Gastric Disease
Researchers linked specific behaviors to gastric disease in horses, which could help owners spot signs early and seek veterinary diagnosis and treatment.
Worms, Bugs, and Your Horse: 21st Century Parasite Control
Learn the latest on keeping internal and external equine parasites at bay.
Strangles Case Confirmed at Rhode Island Boarding Facility
A Thoroughbred gelding in Providence County, Rhode Island, has tested positive for strangles.
Getting Ahead of Equine Weight Loss
Prevent weight loss in horses by testing hay, monitoring calorie intake, and adding fat or fiber to maintain body condition through seasonal forage changes.
How Much Hay Will My Horse Eat in 1 Year?
An equine nutritionist shares how to calculate your horse’s annual hay intake and how to reduce hay waste to help stretch your budget.
Myths and Misconceptions About Equine Regenerative Medicine
Dr. Lindsey Boone describes myths, mechanisms, and methods of regenerative therapies for equine musculoskeletal injuries in this presentation. Sponsored by Dechra.
Maintaining Soundness in Western Performance Horses
High-speed maneuvers and abrupt stops can take a toll. Learn how to help Western performance athletes stay sound and competitive in this article from The Horse‘s Summer 2025 issue.
Michigan Thoroughbred Tests Positive for Strangles
The mare lives in Washtenaw County.
EHV-1 Case Confirmed at Woodbine Racetrack
A 3-year-old gelding in Toronto is positive for equine herpesvirus-1 and under quarantine.
2 Quebec Horses Positive for EHV-4
The horses live in Lanaudière and Centre-du-Québec.
3 Horses Positive for Strangles at Wyoming Racetrack
The cases are located in Johnson County.
How to Prevent Colic in Horses
What causes equine colic and what steps can you take to prevent it?
Bucket Tipper Tips: How to Prevent Horse Feed Waste
Do you have a messy horse that dumps her feed in the dirt? Try these tips to make sure she gets the nutrition she needs.
Feeding Frequency in Horses: How Many Meals is Enough?
Horses evolved to eat frequent, small roughage meals throughout the day, so why do we only feed them twice?
