Latest News – The Horse

What’s New in Preventing and Treating Laminitis in Horses
New methods might help veterinarians diagnose and treat the painful equine hoof disease laminitis more efficiently.

Oklahoma Filly Positive for WNV
The filly lives in McIntosh County.

Managing Podotrochlosis in Horses
Explore the causes of the chronic hoof condition navicular disease and find out how you can manage it.

California VSV Outbreak Update
Seventeen new premises in California have confirmed or suspected VSV cases.

What To Do About a Mule’s Hay Belly
An equine nutritionist explains why you should consult your veterinarian and test hay quality if your mule (or horse) has a hay belly.

New York Gelding Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Westchester County and is recovering.

Maryland Gelding Contracts Salmonellosis
The gelding lives in Frederick County.

Florida Horse Suspected Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Marion County, where 60 horses are exposed.

Michigan Quarter Horse Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in St. Joseph County, where 10 horses are exposed.

Equine Abaxial Sesamoid Nerve Blocks and Diagnostic Imaging
Here’s how equine veterinarians can use these nerve blocks to guide their diagnostic imaging plan.

Protecting Your Horse Property from Wildlife Predators
Predators such as bears, cougars, wolves, and coyotes can pose threats to horses and other farm animals. Learn how to protect your animals and prevent attacks on your farm.

Two Manitoba Horses Positive for EIA
The horses are located in Grandview Municipality.

California Warmblood Positive for WNV
The horse lives in San Mateo County.

Managing Obese Horses to Prevent Laminitis
Blood insulin levels can warn of increased risk of laminitis in obese horses and ponies and spur owners to mitigate it.

Oklahoma Colt Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Harper County and is recovering.

Washington Horse Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Mason County, where one additional case is suspected.