Latest News – The Horse
Idaho Gelding Contracts Pigeon Fever
The horse lives in Ada County.
6 Steps to Managing Horses With Hock Arthritis
Hock arthritis can cause poor performance and lameness in horses. Learn how to manage your horse after a diagnosis of this common condition.
Transforming EPM Care: Current and New Therapies
Researchers say bump kinase inhibitors show promise in treating horses with this neurologic disease.
Maryland Thoroughbred Gelding Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Anne Arundel County.
Mississippi Percheron Dies After Contracting EEE
The 3-year-old gelding lived in Pearl River County and tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis.
Ontario Warmblood Gelding Tests Positive for Strangles
The gelding lives in Haldimand County.
Ontario Miniature Horse Euthanized After Contracting EEE
The horse lived in Simcoe County and was under-vaccinated.
What’s Up With My Horse’s Hooves?
How soon can I ride my horse after he gets trimmed or shod? How do I know if he has thin soles? Vets and farriers answer these common hoof health questions and more.
Pinpointing Poor Performance in Horses
Veterinarians describe 9 common causes of poor performance in horses and what it takes to get a diagnosis.
Georgia Horse Confirmed Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Sumter County.
Maryland Buggy Horse Tests Positive for WNV
The horse lives in St. Mary’s County.
Alberta Horse Tests Positive for EIA
The horse is located in Foothills No. 31.
Hydroponic Fodder for Horses
Learn about the benefits and drawbacks of adding hydroponic fodder to a horse’s diet.
Helping Old Horses Gain Weight Before Winter
An equine nutritionist offers care and feeding tips to help owners prepare thin senior horses for cold weather.
Fall Vaccines for Horses
Horses might need additional risk-based vaccines in the fall months, depending on location and activities.
Practical Ways to Manage Easy-Keeping Horses
Learn tips and tricks for navigating the difficulties of managing overweight horses in this article from The Horse‘s Fall 2025 issue.
