NEWS
Equine veterinary news keeps practitioners current on the research, regulatory decisions, and clinical developments shaping horse health. This category covers equine veterinary news, horse health news, new equine research, FDA drug approvals for horses, equine disease outbreaks, veterinary practice news, and industry updates relevant to equine medicine.
Use this hub to follow breaking developments in equine medicine—from peer-reviewed studies and emerging treatments to product approvals, association announcements, and trends affecting equine veterinary practice. As additional stories are published, this page will continue to develop into a stronger reference for timely, clinically relevant equine veterinary news.
The FAQs below answer common questions about how we source and report equine veterinary news, while the linked articles offer deeper context on each story. Please check back often as this category grows into a central news hub for the equine veterinary community.
Experimental contraceptive vaccine may help address overpopulation
By MEV News Staff, April 2026
The vaccine, based on the IZUMO1 mammalian sperm protein, induces a robust and long-lasting immune response and infertility among female mammals, according to its designers, Harm HogenEsch, DVM, PhD, DACVP, distinguished professor of immunopathology in Purdue’s College of Veterinary Medicine, in West Lafayette, Ind., and Raluca Ostafe, PhD, director of Purdue’s Molecular Evolution Protein Engineering and Production Facility.
Horse therapy benefits extend beyond children with ASD
By MEV News Staff, April 2026
In the first study, researchers investigated how participation in EEATs as part of a complementary approach supported the psychosocial development of children with ASD who lived in Japan. The team also conducted surveys of 10 parents of children with ASD who took part in EEATs (Int J Qual Stud Health Well-being 2025;20[1]:2585638).
FDA approves Zygolide for PPID in horses
By MEV News Staff, January 2026
The FDA recently approved pergolide tablets (Zygolide, Dechra) to control the clinical signs associated with pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) in horses.
Frequently Asked Equine News Questions
What kinds of stories does Modern Equine Vet cover in its news section?
Our news section reports on new equine research, drug and product approvals, disease outbreaks, regulatory changes, association announcements, and developments affecting equine veterinary practice and the broader horse industry.
How current is the equine veterinary news on this page?
News articles are published as developments occur and are dated so readers can gauge timeliness. The page is updated regularly, with the most recent stories featured at the top.
Where does Modern Equine Vet source its news?
Stories draw on peer-reviewed journals, regulatory bodies such as the FDA, veterinary associations, academic institutions, and primary interviews with researchers and clinicians, with sources cited or linked where possible.
Is the news content reviewed for clinical accuracy?
Yes. Coverage is written and edited with an equine veterinary audience in mind, emphasizing accuracy, clinical relevance, and appropriate context rather than sensationalism.
How does equine veterinary news differ from the Vet Stats section?
News reports on individual developments and events as they happen, while Vet Stats presents recurring data-driven snapshots and statistics on equine medicine and the veterinary profession.
Can I suggest a news story or share a development?
Yes. Readers and industry partners can reach the editorial team through the contact page to share research, announcements, or story ideas for consideration.
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