Latest News – The Horse
Fact Sheet: Fescue Toxicosis
The fungus that lives inside infected tall fescue can have negative effects on broodmares and their foals. Download this free fact sheet to learn more.
Preemies, Bone Development, and Eventual Racing Performance
Though the overall prognosis isn’t great, some foals with incomplete ossification can race if managed properly.
Horses Removed From Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds
Two allegedly malnourished horses have been removed from rented stalls at the fairgrounds in Berea, Ohio.
Equitarian Essentials: Packing, Planning For Volunteer Trips
Trips to provide health care for working equids are beneficial but are not without unique organizational challenges.
Navigating Barriers: Can Horses Watch and Learn?
While equine social learning might be possible in some situations, it doesn’t seem to work with spatial detour tasks.
Cal Expo Stewards Suspend Trainer with History of Cobalt Use
Stewards suspended Marissa Tyler after tests revealed that Standardbreds in her barn had excessive cobalt levels.
Practical Equine Medicine Studies of 2015
Studies focused on ophthalmology, gastrointestinal disease, foal medications, pain management, and more.
Alleged New York Horse Shooter Arrested
Robert Webster Jr. is facing multiple charges in connection with the shooting death of a horse last year.
New Mexico EHV-1: Case Count Rises to 44
Most affected horses are from 19 barns at Sunland Park. Two EHV-1-positive horses are at a nearby training center.
Regenerative Medicine Hastens Healing of Stifle Injuries
Horses treated with regenerative therapy healed eight-and-a-half months faster than those undergoing surgery alone.
Do You Vaccinate Your Horse for Rabies? Readers Weigh In
Readers share their thoughts on vaccinating horses for rabies following a recently confirmed equine case.
Horses and the Risk of Rabies
Learn how to protect your horses from rabies, a fatal zoonotic disease that affects mammals, especially wildlife. Hint: Vaccination is key!
UGA Large Animal Hospital Temporarily Closed Due to EHV-1
The affected horse has been euthanized due to progressive neurologic disease.
Sentence Pending for Florida Man Accused of Killing Horse
Christopher Todd, accused of killing a Tennessee Walker and injuring a rider, could face up to 35 years in prison.
Comment Period on Wild Horse Sterilization Research Extended
The BLM has extend the comment period one week to Feb. 10.
Top Surgery Studies of 2015
Recaps of studies on colic outcomes, treatments for joint problems, respiratory surgery, and more.
