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He might seem perfect—but before you call him yours, determine if a horse is sound and serviceable for the job at hand and if you can live with his inevitable flaws.

The Thoroughbred filly was unvaccinated for the disease.

Is your horse cinchy or unthrifty? Learn about EGUS, which affects an estimated 50-90% of horses.

The affected mare is the state’s 14th equine confirmed with EEE in 2021.

Nutritionist Dr. Clair Thunes talks about the best ways to keep horses fueled and hydrated during competition.

Italian researchers found higher-placed haynets significantly shorten horses’ back muscles and change their jaw angles as they eat.

So far in 2021, Idaho officials have confirmed West Nile virus in horses in Blaine, Lemhi, Twin Falls, Canyon, and Ada counties.

Find out how to keep you, your prone-to-worry horse, and those around him safe.

Behavior and performance changes that could be associated with gastric ulcers in horses should prompt further veterinary investigation.

The cases mark the state’s third and fourth equids confirmed with EEE in 2021.

The 2-year-old filly was unvaccinated.

Equine epidemiologist Dr. Nicola Pusterla sheds light on the recent discrepant test results related to the equine herpesvirus outbreak in Sonoma County, California.

The 14-year-old Quarter Horse mare was unvaccinated against the disease.

Here’s what to expect if your horse needs to undergo gastroscopy, the only surefire way to check for equine gastric ulcers.

Readers submitted photos and stories of their itchy horses for a chance to win a prize from Kinetic Vet.

Four premises in three counties are affected.
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