Latest News – The Horse
Is Himalayan Salt Better than Regular Salt for Horses?
Learn if extra money spent on a Himalayan salt block is a good investment.
How Do Horses Get EPM?
Find out the most common way horses contract equine protozoal myeloencephalitis, or EPM.
What is Equine Pythiosis?
Learn about pythiosis, a disease characterized by ulcerative, granulomatous lesions on and beneath horses’ skin.
Choosing Corticosteroids for RAO: Systemic or Inhaled?
Which option is better? Study results suggest it depends on the horse and the severity of his condition.
Biosecurity Tip of the Month: Horse Show and Event Visitors
Most equine events happily welcome spectators. But these individuals can pose a unique equine health threat of which horse owners should be aware. Learn how to protect your horse.
Current Thoughts on the Significance of Mycotoxins
Mycotoxins are harmful compounds that specific molds and fungi produce in soils, grains, and forages when moisture levels permit.
Surgical Procedure Helps Horses with Nasopharyngeal Collapse
Researchers tested the technique on horses with poor performance and respiratory noise.
Montana Hunters Reminded to Have Horses Inspected
The inspection is good for a year of movement, or owners can obtain an inspection good for the life of the horse.
State-of-the-Art Imaging Techniques Reviewed
Learn how computed tomography (CT), MRI, and nuclear scintigraphy can help vets diagnose issues within horses’ bodies.
Strengths and Limitations of Equine Stress Measurements
Measuring equine stress isn’t as easy as it might sound, one researcher said. Here’s a review of the current techniques.
Colorado Confirms Additional VS Cases
Colorado officials confirmed several additional VS, while the number of quarantines in Texas continues to decrease.
Equine Guelph Holds Large Animal Rescue Courses
Speakers encouraged attendees to take what learned back to the industry to help improve upon the emergency rescue success rate.
Trainer O’Neill Facing Suspensions after Drug Violation
The Thoroughbred trainer faces suspensions in California and New York after one of his horses tested positive for a drug containing and/or capable of metabolizing into oxazepam, a sedative.
Quebec Horse Tests Positive for EHV-1
Ontario officials say it’s unclear whether the horse is affected by the neuropathogenic or non-neuropathogenic strain.
How Do Muzzles Impact Horses’ Grass Selection and Intake?
Researchers found the muzzles reduced horses’ grass consumption by 30% but did not impact the animals’ forage choice.
New Hampshire Reports First Case of EEE in a Horse for 2014
Officials recommend that horse owners consult their veterinarians to discuss appropriate vaccination.
