Latest News – The Horse
TAHC Releases All EHV Quarantines in Galveston County
Three Galveston County, Texas, horses previously tested positive for equine herpesvirus (EHV).
Michigan EHV-1: Two Additional Positives Reported
An additional Livingston County horse and a Saginaw County horse have tested positive and are under veterinary care.
Illinois Horse Shooter Sought
Illinois authorities are seeking whoever shot a horse grazing in a Woodford County pasture.
Strange Stance for Shoeing
Learn why one gelding acts odd during farrier visits.
USDA to Begin Equine Study This Spring
The study’s results will serve as a basis for education and research related to equine health and management, and more.
Kentucky Horse Park to Honor Cigar with Statue
Cigar died last October following complications from surgery for severe osteoarthritis in his neck.
Compounded Enrofloxacin: Safe and Effective for Use in Mares
Researchers said a water-based enrofloxacin suspension could be useful for treating some bacterial endometritis cases.
Caterpillars that Cause Abortion in Mares
Learn how researchers determined that hairy, bristly caterpillars can cause abortions and how to protect mares.
Vets in Australia Support New Biosecurity Bills
The bills are designed to strengthen control measures to better manage the risk of diseases entering Australia.
Double Trouble: Multiple Ovulations in Mares
Researchers recently evaluated multiple ovulations and how vets can detect them and, thus, prevent twin pregnancies.
Kentucky HPBA, Keeneland, Churchill Downs to Support TAA
Consenting owners will donate $5 to the TAA when their horses start and the two tracks will match donations.
Young Horse Health, Conformation Impacts Career Longevity
Good health and soundness in 4- to 5-year-olds goes a long way in keeping horses performing long-term, researchers said.
Lessons Learned
Things I will never ever do again: Say my horse has never injured that/gotten hurt doing that/had that treated/had that problem/etc. Several treatments and a
Ohio Racing Stakeholders Discuss Medication Rules, Cobalt
The group discussed model medication rules, testing procedures, and cobalt thresholds at a recent meeting.
Managing Horses During Drought
Drought conditions pose unique health care and management challenges for horse owners. Here’s what you need to know.
Managing Feral Horses on National Park Service Lands
Horses and ponies currently reside several National Park Service units. Here’s how the service cares for these animals.
