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4 Michigan Horses Positive for Strangles
The horses live in Genesee, Ingham, and Kent counties.
How to Treat and Prevent Summer Sores in Horses
Summer sores can worsen rapidly without prompt treatment. Here’s how to protect your horse from these lesions and the methods veterinarians use to address them.
Summer Sores in Horses: Causes, Clinical Signs, and Diagnostics
Learn how to recognize summer sores in horses and what your veterinarian might do to make a definitive diagnosis.
Infographic: How To Protect Your IBH Horse From Bugs
Follow the steps in this visual guide to relieve your horse’s clinical signs of insect bite hypersensitivity and prevent future flare-ups. Sponsored by Kinetic Vet.
A Novel Treatment for Equine Osteoarthritis: 2.5% Polyacrylamide Hydrogel
An expert reviews material showing 2.5% polyacrylamide hydrogel (PAAG) is effective, long-lasting, and safe for treating early- and late-stage equine osteoarthritis. Sponsored by Contura Vet.
EHV Confirmed at Laurel Park Racetrack
One horse at Laurel Park Racetrack in Prince George’s County, Maryland, has tested positive for EHV.
British Columbia Horse Positive for EIA
The horse is located in the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako.
Food Allergies, Intolerances, and Sensitivities in Horses
Learn how to determine if your horse has a food allergy, intolerance, or sensitivity and how to address his clinical signs.
Strangles Confirmed at Washington Boarding Facility
The affected horse lives in Spokane County.
Florida Horse Tests Positive for EEE
The horse lived in Marion County and was euthanized.
Strangles Confirmed in 4 Florida Counties
The affected horses live in Bay, Sarasota, Gilchrist, and Lake counties.
Fighting Foot Funk
Learn how to combat foot issues such as thrush, white line disease, and abscesses that can develop in or be exacerbated by moist, muddy conditions.
Summer Sores Awareness Week Sponsored by Phovia Equine
Look for educational information about summer sores in horses all week on TheHorse.com.
Ontario Thoroughbred Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Wellington County.
Equine Wound Care Done Right
Learn how to manage equine leg lacerations that require bandaging.
Strangles Case Confirmed in Washington Facility
The facility is located in King County.