Modern horse deworming uses targeted selective treatment, not rotational schedules. Learn about strongyles, tapeworms, pinworms, resistance testing, and building a rational deworming program.
A rapidly spreading EHV-1 outbreak linked to a major Texas barrel race has now affected horses in at least seven states, triggering quarantines, travel restrictions, and event cancellations. Here’s the full timeline, symptoms to watch for, and the biosecurity steps veterinarians say horse owners must take now.
A fast-moving neurological EHV-1 outbreak linked to major Texas barrel racing events has spread across eight states, with 34 confirmed cases and multiple fatalities. This guide explains exactly how EHV-1 spreads—through air, contact, equipment, water, and people—and the protocols every horse owner must follow to stay safe.
Bringing a new horse to your facility is exciting, but it also introduces the risk of transmitting infectious diseases to
A clean, well-disinfected barn is one of the most important defenses against infectious diseases in horses. Whether you’re dealing with
Infections are among the most common health challenges horse owners face, ranging from minor skin wounds to serious systemic diseases.
Tetanus is a serious and often fatal disease in horses caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani. This pathogen produces a
Strangles is one of the most common infectious diseases affecting horses worldwide, caused by the bacterium Streptococcus equi subspecies equi.
West Nile Virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne illness that poses a significant health threat to horses across North America, particularly
Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) is one of the most serious infectious diseases facing horse owners today. This highly contagious virus spreads