Latest News – The Horse

New WNV Cases Confirmed in 2 Utah Counties
Three horses have tested positive for the disease.

Prehabilitation for Horses Before Surgery
Your horse’s recovery from surgery should start long before heading to the OR.

AAEP Publishes Revised Salmonellosis Disease Guidelines
AAEP’s updated guidelines cover clinical signs, risk factors, diagnostic testing, and biosecurity for veterinarians managing salmonellosis in horses.

2 EHV Cases Confirmed in Maryland
The cases are located in Howard County.

EIA Confirmed in Ontario Horse
The horse lives in Tay Valley Township.

5 Oregon Horses Test Positive for Pigeon Fever
The cases are located in Deschutes and Harney counties.

Equine WNV Cases Confirmed in Florida and Tennessee
Three horses have tested positive for the disease.

Grazing Muzzles and Insulin Responses in Horses
Grazing muzzles lowered insulin in a small study, but owners still need to consider pasture carbohydrates and their horses’ response when planning turnout.

6 Steps to Managing Horses With Hock Arthritis
Hock arthritis can cause poor performance and lameness in horses. Learn how to manage your horse after a diagnosis of this common condition.

Caring for Horses When Disaster Strikes
Follow these essential steps to protect your horse’s health and safety after a natural disaster.

Shoeing Horses for Their Riding Discipline
How farriers trim and shoe horses for their unique biomechanics, discipline, and riding surface.

Do Horses Enjoy Their Jobs?
Learn about the subtle cues indicating horses like the work they do.

Equine WNV Case Confirmed in Grand County, Colorado
The horse was euthanized.

Kansas Horse Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Jackson County.

Managing the Hard-Keeping PPID Horse
Learn how to add calories safely to a metabolic horse’s diet without putting him at a greater risk of developing laminitis.

Wisconsin Gelding Contracts Strangles
The horse lives in Outagamie County.


