Latest News – The Horse

Unvaccinated Florida Pony Positive for EEE
The pony lives in Highlands County.

Michigan Gelding Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Monroe County.

A Tale of 2 Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndromes
Learn about the distinctions between squamous and glandular disease and how to help your horse avoid painful gastric ulcers.

Easing Your Horse’s Stall Rest Stress
Follow these 12 tips to improve your horse’s welfare while on stall rest for injury or illness.

Ration Balancer vs. Vitamin and Mineral Supplements
Why is the serving size of a vitamin and mineral supplement for horses so much smaller than a ration balancer serving?

Help, My Broodmare With EMS Has Sore Feet!
An equine veterinary podiatrist says ice might help address this horse’s foot pain but won’t solve the main problem.

An Update on Rotavirus in Foals
Rotaviral diarrhea is a life-threatening disease that usually affects foals younger than 6 months.

Florida Mare Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Lake County.

Florida Horse Positive for EEE
The horse lived in Suwannee County and was euthanized.

Washington Horse Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Jefferson County.

Third Florida Horse Tests Positive for CEM
The horse lives in Orange County and is connected to two previous cases.

Quebec Horse Positive for Strangles
The horse lives at a stable in Laval.

What Makes Some Stallion Semen Subpar?
Learn about 14 factors that can affect your stallion’s fertility.

Understanding Hindgut Problems in Horses
The equine hindgut breaks down fiber, which makes up most of the horse’s diet. Learn how diet and management can affect this important part of your horse’s GI system.

Understanding Equine Hindgut Health
Two experts weigh in on common equine hindgut problems and how you can manage them. Sponsored by Purina Animal Nutrition.

6 Ontario Horses Test Positive for Strangles
The horses live in Peterborough County and the United Counties of Prescott and Russell.