Latest News – The Horse
Initial Test Negative in Possible EHV-1 Case
A preliminary EHV-1 test on a horse euthanized at Bowie Training Center came back negative.
Is Clipping Still Stressful for Well-Behaved Horses?
Study results suggest that even if horses don’t seem to mind clipping, they might still find it stressful.
Deworming: One Size Doesn’t Fit All
Work with your veterinarian to develop an individualized deworming plan that caters to your horse’s needs.
What is an FEI Vet?
Right in time for the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, Dr. Erin Denny-Jones talks about what it means to be an FEI vet.
Laminitis Consortium Continues Extensive Research Program
Researchers from The Laminitis Consortium published the results of four more laminitis-associated studies.
Study: Sires’ Genes Form the Equine Placenta
Researchers determined that it’s the sire’s genes that take the lead in developing the mare’s placenta.
Hikers, Bikes and ATVs, Oh My!
We all use trails differently, and we all have a right to be there, safely. How as a user group do we first, stay safe; second,
AVC Receives Donation to Purchase New Equine Surgery Table
A generous donation has allowed the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) to purchase a new equine surgery table.
Pseudo Pregnancy in Horses
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones answers a listener’s question about false pregnancies in mares. Learn the clinical signs and causes.
New Jersey Trail Competition to Benefit New Bolton Center
The ride–a memorial to the Arabian mare, Taffeta Ribbons–will benefit the Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center.
Extinct Zebra Subspecies Could Aid Equine Research
This revived species could offer scientists some exciting equine research opportunities.
RMTC Recommends Stanozolol Prohibition
The recommendation would mean the anabolic steroids would not be permitted in a horse’s system on race day.
Enhanced Security for Jockey Club Gold Cup
Horses competing in the race will be subject to early out-of-competition blood testing for banned substances.
UC Davis to Host Donkey Welfare Symposium
Goals of the symposium are to improve participants’ knowledge of donkey behavior, physiology, and more.
Protect Your Dog When Deworming Your Horse
Small animal practitioner and The Horse contributor Dr. Stacey Oke shares important information about protecting our canine companions in the barn from ivermectin toxicity.
Sussex Co., Del., Horse Tests Positive for EEE
Despite receiving supportive care, the yearling filly showed no improvement and was euthanized.
