One horse in Columbia County, Wisconsin, was recently confirmed positive for neurologic EHV and euthanized. | Adobe Stock One horse in Columbia County, Wisconsin, was recently euthanized after developing hind limb paralysis from neurologic equine herpesvirus (EHV). Four additional horses at the private facility are exposed.  In addition to the new case, three facilities that had confirmed EHV cases in April have been released from quarantine. Those facilities are located in Columbia, Grant, and Monroe counties. EDCC Health Watch is an Equine Network marketing program that utilizes informa ..read more

One horse at a stable in MRC Vaudreuil-Soulanges, Quebec, is positive for strangles and under quarantine. | Adobe Stock On May 14, a 20-year-old gelding at a stable in MRC Vaudreuil-Soulanges, Quebec, was confirmed positive for strangles. The horse developed clinical signs on May 8, including dysphagia, hypersalivation, and enlarged retropharyngeal lymph nodes. He is now recovering and is under quarantine. EDCC Health Watch is an Equine Network marketing program that utilizes information from the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) to create and disseminate verified equine disease repor ..read more

One horse in Brazos County, Texas, is positive for equine influenza and is now at a veterinary hospital. | Adobe Stock One horse in Brazos County, Texas, was recently confirmed positive for equine influenza. The horse is at a veterinary hospital. EDCC Health Watch is an Equine Network marketing program that utilizes information from the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) to create and disseminate verified equine disease reports. The EDCC is an independent nonprofit organization that is supported by industry donations in order to provide open access to infectious disease ..read more

In the much anticipated warmer weather, your horse might be starting to eye the lush green pastures that beckon from his corral. However, the transition from winter hay to fresh grass is a delicate process that requires careful consideration and planning. Introducing horses to green grass gradually is not merely a precautionary measure; it is a vital step in ensuring the health and well-being of your four-legged friend. In this tip of the week, let’s look at the steps to transition horses slowly to green grass, exploring the benefits of a methodical approach and providing valuable insights to ..read more

Jessica Starcevich has been the company entomologist for Spalding Labs for over 12 years. In Episode 71 I reviewed Spalding Labs’ iconic product, Fly Predators, a pesticide-free solution to fly control. [LISTEN TO EPISODE 71 HERE] Jessica, who has worked for Spalding Labs since 2011, received her bachelor’s degree with double majors in environmental science and biology, and a minor in history from Illinois College, then obtained her master’s degree from the University of Minnesota in livestock entomology. She now resides in Bartonville, IL, just 20 minutes from her family’s farm, and in ..read more

For many trail riders, a day ride isn’t long enough to scratch the itch of seeing new country horseback. Many people enjoy camping with their horses, especially when the weather means longer days, sunny skies, and lots of time in the saddle. For some, camping with their horse means staying in their living quarters horse trailer, and setting up panels. For others, it means packing a tent and a highline to tie horses out. However you do horse camping, here are 4 ways to keep your trip an enjoyable one for you and your four-legged trail companion. Many people enjoy camping with their horses, espe ..read more

One horse in Osceola County, Florida, was recently confirmed positive for EEE and was euthanized. | Adobe Stock One horse in Osceola County, Florida, was recently confirmed positive for Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE). The horse has been euthanized.  EDCC Health Watch is an Equine Network marketing program that utilizes information from the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) to create and disseminate verified equine disease reports. The EDCC is an independent nonprofit organization that is supported by industry donations in order to provide open access to infectious di ..read more

One horse in Brevard County, Florida, is positive for strangles and under quarantine, and two horses are exposed. | Wikimedia Commons One horse in Brevard County, Florida, was recently confirmed positive for strangles. The horse is under official quarantine, and two additional horses are exposed.  EDCC Health Watch is an Equine Network marketing program that utilizes information from the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) to create and disseminate verified equine disease reports. The EDCC is an independent nonprofit organization that is supported by industry donatio ..read more

Although colic sometimes can’t be avoided entirely, there are proactive steps you can take to prevent every horse owner’s worst nightmare. Veterinarian Julie Dechant, DVM, MS, DACVS, of the Equine Surgical Emergency and Critical Service at the School of Veterinary Medicine, UC Davis, offers the following tips to reduce your horse’s risk of many types of colic. Anjajuli/adobe.stock.com Veterinarian Julie Dechant, DVM, MS, DACVS, of the Equine Surgical Emergency and Critical Service at the School of Veterinary Medicine, UC Davis, offers the following tips to reduce your horse’s risk of many ..read more

One horse in Spokane County, Washington, is positive for equine influenza and under veterinary care at a hospital. | Wikimedia Commons One horse in Spokane County, Washington, was recently confirmed positive for equine influenza. The horse is under veterinary care at the WSU teaching hospital. EDCC Health Watch is an Equine Network marketing program that utilizes information from the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) to create and disseminate verified equine disease reports. The EDCC is an independent nonprofit organization that is supported by industry donations in ord ..read more