Latest News – The Horse

5 Things Your Farrier Wants You to Know
Your farrier plays an important part in your horse’s hoof health. Remembering a few simple things can help the appointment run smoothly.

Florida Quarter Horse Contracts Strangles
The horse lives in Brevard County.

EIA Case Confirmed in British Columbia
The equine infectious anemia case is located in Surrey.

Understanding Proud Flesh
Learn about the wound healing process and how to prevent and manage proud flesh.

Staving Off Summer Weight Loss in Horses
Don’t forget horses need calories to keep cool in the heat.

Clodronate Disodium’s Effects on Bone Density and Structure in Young Horses
Over a 168-day study, scientists found this bisphosphonate drug might not significantly impact bone mineral density or microarchitecture in the tuber coxae of young horses.

Ontario Quarter Horse Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Kawartha Lakes.

Researchers Link Joint Inflammation Biomarkers to Subtle Horse Lameness
Researchers examined joint inflammation biomarkers and subtle gait asymmetries in horses, offering a potential tool to detect joint problems before lameness appears.

Understanding Hind-Limb Lameness in Horses
Two experts answer listener questions about recognizing, diagnosing, and managing hind-limb lameness in horses. Sponsored by American Regent Animal Health.

Washington Horse Contracts Potomac Horse Fever
The horse lives in Pacific County.

Florida Horse Euthanized After Contracting EEE
The horse lived in Madison County.

Wisconsin Horse Suspected Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Oconto County.

Pain, Behavior, and Poor Performance: What is Your Horse Telling You?
Learn about the more subtle signs of pain horses might express as undesirable behaviors and how veterinarians can pinpoint the cause.

Equine Innovators: Sedation Tools for Safer, Better Horse Care
Dr. Lori Bidwell shares how horse sedation, including Dormosedan Gel, supports safe handling, standing procedures, and stress-free care for horses.

Horse Hind-Limb Enigmas
Learn about the common causes of equine hind-limb lameness and how veterinarians diagnose and treat them.

Nutrition Considerations When Importing Horses From Europe
Learn about feeding your new horse during transport, quarantine, and the first few weeks at his new home.



