Equine Herpes Viruses Taking Toll on Pennsylvania Horses

"Equine herpes virus infections in horses, such as those in Pennsylvania, can cause respiratory disease, abortion in mares, neonatal foal death, and neurological disease.”

Horse Crazy Youth Learn to Speak Horse by Taking Free Online Course

As a prey animal, horses think differently than their human keepers, so learning how to communicate with a horse is essential to building a relationship with a large animal that can squish you like a bug.

Governor Christie Signs Bill Prohibiting Horse Slaughter

The Humane Society of the United States applauds New Jersey Governor Chris Christie for signing A.2023, a bill that prohibits the slaughter of horses and sale of horse flesh for human consumption, bans the sale of horse meat or products derived from slaug

Horses and Humans Continue at Risk for West Nile Virus in Spite of Cooling Weather

”It’s not too late this fall for horse owners to protect their horses against life-threatening mosquito-borne diseases and vaccination remains the most effective way to protect horses against West Nile virus.”

UC Davis Researchers Identify Genetic Mutation Related to Equine Eye Cancer

A genetic mutation in horses has been identified that should help identify horses that are at risk for squamous cell carcinoma of the eye and enable horse owners to make informed breeding decisions.

Dehydration

Learn about the causes of dehydration in horses, how to tell if your horse is dehydrated, and the physiological problems affecting the horse's main systems if dehydration is not treated quickly and effectively.

You Could Win Up To $10,000 Worth of Hay! Horse Health Products Announces the Return of the Winter Hay Sweepstakes

Poll Unveils Startling Insights About Riding Accidents

The findings of the poll underscore the inherent risks associated with enjoying horse sport and highlight the imperative for riders to prioritize safety measures.

Indiana Horse Racing Commission Commences Hair Testing at Indiana Grand

The Indiana Horse Racing Commission has incorporated a hair testing protocol for the finalists of the upcoming Harley Greene Derby Final for Quarter Horses.

A Mirror May Be Horse's Best Friend

Researchers have uncovered an easy way to calm horses that are nervous about traveling alone in a trailer. Horses and ponies generally feel more comfortable sharing a trailer in the company of another equine. But when only one horse is being transported,