Latest News – The Horse
New Equine WNV Cases Confirmed in California and Kansas
Three new horses have tested positive for the disease.
Building a Healthy Relationship With Your Veterinarian
Learn about the veterinarian-client-patient relationship and how preventive care can help you limit your horse care expenses in the long run.
Should You Feed Your Horse a Probiotic?
Researchers have suggested probiotics have limited proven benefits for most horses, while postbiotics might offer more reliable digestive and immune support during stress.
Free Fecal Water Syndrome Explained
Find out what causes watery feces in horses and whether you should be concerned.
Unvaccinated Oregon Horse Confirmed Positive for WNV
The case is located in Union County.
Washington Horse Contracts West Nile Virus
The case is located in Benton County.
Unvaccinated Minnesota Gelding Tests Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Todd County.
Equine Abortions in Central Kentucky in 2025-26
Central Kentucky equine abortion cases stemmed from infectious and noninfectious causes, including placentitis, umbilical cord torsion, and congenital abnormalities.
How Do I Know if My Horse Has Hindgut Problems?
Hindgut issues in horses can be subtle at first but could lead to colic, diarrhea, weight loss, laminitis, and swelling as the condition worsens.
How to Assess Your Horse’s Forage
Learn about 5 key physical indicators of forage quality and how to gather a hay sample and interpret a chemical analysis.
2 Utah Horses Contract WNV
The cases are located in Morgan and Utah counties.
Strangles Confirmed in 2 Wisconsin Horses
The cases are located in Dane and Waupaca counties.
Alberta Horse Tests Positive for Potomac Horse Fever
The horse lives in Stettler County.
New VSV-Positive Premises Identified in Colorado
The facility is located in La Plata County.
Tennessee Horse Tests Positive for Potomac Horse Fever
The horse lives in Rutherford County.
Is My Arthritic Horse in Pain?
Arthritis-related lameness can range from subtle slowing to obvious limping. Veterinary evaluation helps guide management to keep horses comfortable.
