Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1Age: 6Gender: MareBreed: Quarter Horse (QH)Onset of Clinical Signs: 9/28/2022Clinical Signs: Acute inability to move, falling overConfirmation Date: 10/6/2022Horse Status: Affected And AliveVaccination Status: Status UnknownComments: This is the 14th case of equine WNV in California in 2022. For … Read More
Confirmed Case(s) – Official Quarantine Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: 45Age: 33Gender: GeldingBreed: Quarter Horse (QH)Onset of Clinical Signs: 10/2/2022Clinical Signs: fever, neurologicConfirmation Date: 10/6/2022Horse Status: EuthanizedVaccination Status: VaccinatedComments: A 33-year-old Quarter Horse gelding in Los Angeles county displaying fever and neurological signs was confirmed positive for … Read More
Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1Age: 3Gender: MareBreed: Quarter Horse (QH)Onset of Clinical Signs: 9/28/2022Clinical Signs: Acute recumbency, ataxia (all 4 limbs), difficulty risingConfirmation Date: 10/5/2022Horse Status: Affected And AliveVaccination Status: Status UnknownComments: On October 5, 2022, a 3-year-old Quarter Horse mare with an … Read More
To groom a horse, you will need to gather a few basic supplies, such as a curry comb, a dandy brush, a body brush, a mane and tail comb, and a hoof pick. You should also have access to clean water and possibly some horse grooming products, such as shampoos … Read More
When buying a horse, there are several important questions you should ask to ensure that you are making a wise investment. These might include: It’s also a good idea to ask for references and to talk to the horse’s current or previous owner to learn more about its background and … Read More
Black Beauty | Anna Sewell | Classic novel about a horse’s life and struggles The Horse Whisperer | Nicholas Evans | A story about a horse trainer and his relationship with a wild horse The Black Stallion | Walter Farley | A classic novel about a young boy and his … Read More
The Black Stallion | 1979A young boy and a wild horse form an unbreakable bond. The Horse Whisperer | 1998A horse trainer uses his special gift to help a young girl and her injured horse. National Velvet | 1944A young girl dreams of winning the Grand National steeplechase with her … Read More
A horse with “a lot of chrome” is a colloquial expression that refers to a horse that has a lot of flashy or showy equipment, such as brightly polished metal on its harness or saddle. It can also refer to a horse that has white markings on its face and … Read More
The cost of taking care of a horse can vary depending on several factors, such as the type of care provided, the horse’s living conditions, and the region in which the horse is kept. Some common expenses associated with horse care include: Overall, the cost of taking care of a … Read More
Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1Age: 1Gender: FillyBreed: Quarter Horse (QH)Onset of Clinical Signs: 9/24/2022Clinical Signs: mild ataxia, mild circumduction.Confirmation Date: 10/3/2022Horse Status: Affected And AliveVaccination Status: UnvaccinatedComments: On October 3, 2022, a 1-year-old unvaccinated Quarter Horse filly in Stanislaus County, displaying acute neurological … Read More
