Latest News – The Horse
10 Plants and Chemicals That Are Toxic to Horses
Learn about 10 common plants, chemicals, organisms, and toxins your horse should never eat.
6 Indiana Horses Positive for EHV-1
The horses are located on 4 separate premises in Elkhart, Kosciusko, and LaGrange counties.
Strangles Case Confirmed in Rhode Island Boarding Barn
The case is located in Washington County.
Before She Foals: Managing Broodmares
Equip your mare with the nutrition, vaccines, fitness, and foaling environment she needs to
promote a successful parturition and a healthy foal. Sponsored by Equidone.
2 Wisconsin Horses Positive for EHV
The affected horses are located in Sauk County, and one has been euthanized.
Pennsylvania Horse Positive for EHV
The horse lived in Cambria County and was euthanized.
Michigan Colt Positive for Strangles
The colt lives in Lapeer County.
Equine Strangles Confirmed in 4 Florida Counties
The affected horses are located in Marion, Palm Beach, Volusia, and Osceola counties.
Can Horses Get Enough Protein From Hay Alone?
One expert explains whether horses that maintain body condition well on forage alone get enough protein from only eating hay.
Why Does My Horse Stumble After Jumping?
Find out what a veterinarian might look for when examining a horse that loses his balance after jumping a fence.
4 Washington Horses Positive for Strangles
The horses are in Snohomish County, where two other cases are suspected.
How to Soak Beet Pulp for Horses
An equine nutritionist offers advice about soaking beet pulp and ensuring it’s safe for horses to eat.
Connecticut Horse Positive for EIA
The horse lives in Windham County, where 5 horses are exposed.
Michigan Stallion Positive for Strangles
The pony lives in Genesee County.
EHV Confirmed in 1 Ohio Horse
The horse lived in Portage County and was euthanized.
How Coat Color and Genetics Influence Equine Behavior
What genes and coat colors are more likely to result in a spooky or reactive horse? Experts explain what we know about equine genetics and behavior.
