EHV-1 in Horses: Symptoms, Spread, and Prevention for Caregivers
EHV-1 in Horses: What Every Caregiver Needs to Know to Protect Their Barn When it comes to equine health emergencies, equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) is one…
Category: Horse Lifestyle
Effective Body Wrap Techniques to Enhance Your Horse’s Balance and Confidence
Body Wrap techniques can enhance your horse’s self-awareness, balance, and coordination. Did you know that a gentle yet effective tool for improving your horse’s self-control,…
How Horseback Riding Can Help Parkinson’s Patients
Imagine a therapy that moves beyond medicine—a therapy where a horse is involved. At Texas A&M University, Dr. Deanna Kennedy and her team explore how…
7 Steps to Support a Horse That Won’t Eat
There are numerous reasons why a horse might stop eating, and getting to the root cause is essential. It’s always important to consult with your…
Y Chromosome Discovery Revolutionizes Horse Breeding and Conservation
New research from Texas A&M’s Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences about equine Y chromosome genetics has unveiled fascinating insights, transforming our understanding of stallion lineages…
Unlocking the Genetic Code of Equine Behavior
Identifying the genes influencing certain behavior in equines will help in establishing a scientific basis for breeding horses with behaviors that align with the work…
Riding Through Trauma: how horses can help people reconnect and recover
Trauma-focused therapeutic riding is a valuable tool for people recovering from abuse, neglect, and other traumatic experiences. Here’s a closer look at the positive effects…
An inside look at horse photography
Horse photographers work to capture an equine’s essence — and that’s no small feat! Learn more about how they do it. Working with clients that…
How stress and exercise affect your horses ability to learn
If your horse doesn’t seem to be catching on when you’re training or teaching him, it could be due to stress. Conversely, if he’s passing…
Tack fitting for maximum comfort and performance
Poorly fitted tack can cause your horse pain, along with a range of performance problems. Correct tack fitting is as important to the equine athlete…
Choosing the right bedding for your horse
Let’s take a look at some bedding options that can help improve comfort and sleep patterns in your horses. The advantages of being educated on…
A few things to expect when grieving the loss of your horse
Saying goodbye to a beloved animal is no small feat. Let’s take a look at what you might experience as you move through grief and…
