Latest News – The Horse

Nebraska Horse Confirmed Positive for EHV-1
The gelding had recently been purchased at a sale in Iowa and transported to Douglas County.

Is Failure to Get Pregnant a Disease That Needs Treating in Horses?
When mares fail to conceive, should veterinarians investigate? Learn how subfertility is defined and why routine ‘just in case’ treatments raise concerns.

Hoof Health in Horses: Why Nutrition Matters More Than You Think
Hoof quality problems often stem from nutritional imbalances, not just farrier care. Balanced diets help support hoof growth, structure, and long-term soundness.

Tips for Keeping Shoes on Horses’ Feet
Learn how to prevent shoe loss caused by farrier error, rider issues, management style, or horseplay.

Mares in Heat: What’s Normal, What’s Not?
Mares get a bad rap for recalcitrant estrous behavior, but hormones and tumors could also be at play.

Understanding Saddle Fit
Do we underestimate the impact of ill-fitting tack on our horses? Learn how to recognize and address saddle fit problems.

Will Soaking My Horse’s Hay Remove Nutrients?
Hay soaking can help horses with equine metabolic syndrome, but owners should understand how it might affect the rest of the diet.

Preventing Colic in Horses
Dr. Bianca Ruspi explains how owners can reduce their horse’s risk of colic in this Ask TheHorse Live excerpt.

Parasite Control for Today’s Horses
Rethink parasite control by battling resistance, using evidence-based deworming, dispelling myths, and involving your veterinarian. Sponsored by Bimeda.

Can a Mare’s Personality Change After Her First Foal?
Dr. Nancy Diehl addresses a question about why a mare might respond differently to training after having her first foal.

Recognizing Vision Problems in Horses
Consider these 8 behaviors that could suggest your horse struggles to see.

Forage First: The Forgotten Foundation of Equine Nutrition
Forage should be the basis of your horse’s diet. Here’s what factors to consider when choosing a forage.

Michigan Colt Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Marquette County.

Manitoba Horse Tests Positive for EIA
The case is located in Minitonas-Bowsman.

2 Connecticut Horses Test Positive for Strangles
The horses live in Hartford County.

The Role of Postbiotics in Equine Gastrointestinal Health
Find out how postbiotics influence horse health and which horses might benefit from supplementation.


