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Washington State Vet Says EVH-1 Cases Contained

According to a Washington State veterinarian, it appears the recent outbreak of the neurological form of Equine Herpes Virus-1 has been contained. Concern about this potentially fatal disease of horses spread like wildfire throughout the state in May,

Maintain Horse Skin Health In Spite of Cold Weather

During winter months, especially in cold climates, horse owners don't always give full attention to the skin health of their horses. Many horses develop heavier hair coats, and daily grooming sometimes goes by the wayside because of busy schedules an

Three South Carolina Miniature Horses Have a New Home After Being Neglected

Spartanburg Animal control was called to Delmar Miniature Horse Farm in Inman on April 11 after a passer-by reported seeing animals in poor health.

Revolutionary Hay Bag Makes Feeding Easy

If your horses are overweight or if you are not available to give them forage feedings throughout the day, perhaps you should consider products that not only lessen your work, but also help your horse eat in a  way similar to the way horses in the wi

Louisiana Mall Patrolled by Officers on Horse Back

Because the Baton Rouge Police Department is taking over mall patrols as part of an annexation process, the horses will be tools they're using to provide security.

Using Acupuncture to Diagnose and Treat Lameness in Horses

There is little more frustrating than getting ready for a big show and finding out your horse is not moving or feeling quite right.

Lyme Disease

Learn about tick-borne Lyme disease, the common symptoms and why a veterinarian should be called immediately to diagnose the disease and begin treatment to prevent severe complications.

Older Horses Need Supplemental Vitamin C

As if aging isn’t hard enough! Creaky joints, sagging backs, loose teeth, increased infections, poor digestion, and embarrassing gassiness -- just a few of the problems associated with getting older (for your horse, not you!). But what was once a given

Dr. Getty’s Tip of the Month: Snow Will NOT Meet Your Horse’s Water Needs!

Piles of fluffy snow in your pasture - and a horse that nibbles at them - making you think your horse is all set for water this winter? Sorry. Think again, please!

Infectious Diseases Continue to Affect Horses Throughout the USA

Equine Disease Communication Center is reporting new cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis and West Nile virus in several states.

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