Horse Health

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New Ontario Racing Update On Strangles Cases In London

After extensive consultation with veterinary and industry experts, Ontario Racing is providing an update regarding the protocols in place to allow Barn 1 at Dorchester Downs near London, Ont. to retur...

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How Does A Horse Whinny?

Horses make an unusually distinctive mix of sounds including both high and low frequencies. Researchers have now demonstrated how horses produce the sounds we identify a whinny.

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Strangles Case Confirmed In Ontario Standardbred

February 18, 2026

The Equine Disease Communication Centre (EDCC) has reported that a case of equine strangles has been confirmed in a Standardbred located in Ontario.

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Ontario Racing Update On Strangles Cases In London Area

February 12, 2026

Ontario Racing, in collaboration with a number of veterinary and industry experts, announced on Thursday, Feb. 12 a plan for a return to racing for horses housed in approved quadrants of Barn 1 at Dor...

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AGCO Issues Update On London Area Strangles Cases

January 21, 2026

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) issued an additional update on Wednesday, Jan. 21 regarding the confirmed cases of Strangles (Streptococcus equi) at Dorchester Downs, a Standardbre...

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AGCO Update On Strangles Cases At Ontario Stable

January 07, 2026

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) issued an additional update on Wednesday, Jan. 7 regarding the confirmed cases of Strangles (Streptococcus equi) at Dorchester Downs, a Standardbred...

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Update On Strangles Outbreak At Ontario Stable

January 06, 2026

The Equine Disease Communication Centre (EDCC) has issued an update regarding the Strangles outbreak at an Ontario Standardbred training facility located in Middlesex County.

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Update On Strangles Cases In London Area

December 31, 2025

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has issued an update regarding the confirmed cases of Strangles (Streptococcus equi) at Dorchester Downs, a Standardbred training centre in the Lond...

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Survey Reveals Challenges In Managing Horse Weight

December 18, 2025

Research collected by University of Guelph post doctoral scholar Megan Ross as part of her recent PhD work from the Atlantic Veterinary College and in collaboration with Dr. Katrina Merkies shines a l...

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Strangles Cases Confirmed In Ontario Standardbreds

December 16, 2025

The Equine Disease Communication Centre (EDCC) has reported that cases of equine strangles have been confirmed in Standardbred horses located in Ontario.

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Strangles Confirmed In Ontario Standardbreds

December 10, 2025

The Equine Disease Communication Centre (EDCC) has reported that a case of equine strangles has been confirmed in three horses — including two Standardbreds — located in Ontario.

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Lesson Horse Industry Survey Results Published

December 10, 2025

Lesson horses are the heart of equestrian education in Canada. They teach beginners how to ride, help build confidence, and often serve as the first connection between people and horses.

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MPHRC Issues Equine Herpes Virus Advisory

November 29, 2025

The Maritime Provinces Harness Racing Commission (MPHRC) advises industry participants and racetrack operators that it continues to actively monitor developments in the United States and Canada regard...