Latest News – The Horse

What Kind of Dental Care Do Horses Need?
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones outlines how often horses need dental care and who can legally offer equine dental services.

New Mexico Horse Owners Advised to Vaccinate Against WNV
Owners are encouraged to vaccinate their horses prior to the onset of peak mosquito season.
California Man Takes Plea Deal in 2015 Horse Abuse Case
Frederick Atkinson pleaded no contest to charges connected to 41 horses removed from a California property last year.

Woman Fined for Removing Free-Roaming Horse from BLM Land
The Idaho woman transported a free-roaming mare to an animal sanctuary because the horse appeared malnourished.
Horses Displaced by Calabasas Fire Return Home
Nearly 90 California horses were evacuated to the Pierce College Equestrian Center, in Woodland Hills.

Getting a Jumpstart on Joint Infections
Infected joints can be scary and cause stress, but early aggressive treatment offers the best chance for full recovery.

Does Night Turnout Disrupt a Horse’s Sleep?
Could being stalled during the day and turned out at night cause sleep problems for horses?

Pasture vs. Stall: Which is Better?
Drs. Erin Denney-Jones and Clair Thunes offer advice for horse owners faced with the option of boarding in a stall or turnout.

Stakes Winner Delay of Game Dead at 23
The 23-year-old Thoroughbred gelding was euthanized June 6 due to the infirmities of old age.

What is Big-Head Disease?
This condition, caused by an unbalanced diet, can have serious musculoskeletal implications for affected horses.

EEE Confirmed in Young Palm Beach County, Florida, Horse
The 14-month-old vaccinated Arabian began showing clinical signs began on May 31 and was euthanized the same day.

Poll Recap: Saddle Type on the Trail
Of the 765 respondents, 353 (46%) said they are most likely to use a western saddle for a trail ride or hack.

Disease Trends Reinforce Importance of Good Biosecurity
Is your horse protected from infectious disease? Here are tips on how to keep him safe at home and on the road.

BLM Seeks Input on Plan to Manage Pine Nut Wild Horses
Public comments will be accepted through July 6.

Advocacy Groups Want BLM to Increase PZP Use in Wild Horses
The groups believe increased PZP use could reduce the need to maintain horses in holding facilities.

‘Equine Asthma’ Now an Official Diagnosis
Inflammatory airway disease and recurrent airway obstruction fall under the “equine asthma syndrome” umbrella.



