Incorporating energy work into your horse’s training sessions
Learn how the art of equine energy exchange can enhance the development of your horse’s skills and improve his well-being. Many people look for a…
Category: Horses
Preventing eye disease in horses
Ophthalmic disease is a debilitating condition that can affect your horse’s performance and quality of life. A basic understanding of the most common equine eye…
Over $250,000 goes to rehabilitating retired racehorses
The ASPCA recently granted $250,500 to 12 equine rescue groups to assist with their efforts to rehabilitate and retrain retired racehorses. Launched in 2010, the…
Feeding senior horses
There’s no shortage of senior horse feeds on the market, but does every horse eventually need one? And if so, when? horses from the 1980s…
New bill would ban horse slaughter
The SAFE Act would make it illegal for anyone to transport, purchase, sell, possess, ship or receive any horse with the intent of slaughter. On…
Dental care for senior horses
The best way to attack dental issues in older horses is with a defensive approach, not an offensive one. Take a look at how regular…
Jockey Club takes a stand against whipping racehorses
The Jockey Club is using their voice to lobby against whipping in horse racing, and fans are thrilled. Animal welfare organizations are applauding The Jockey…
The ultimate guide to growing your horse’s mane and tail
Tips on taking her mane and tail from mediocre to marvelous! The sight of a shiny flowing mane and tail is sure to capture the…
Scientists reveal new theory on hoof disease
New research from the University of Nottingham has huge implications for the prevention and management of chronic hoof disease in horses. Using innovative 3D Synchrotron…
How the NASC is protecting equine health, one supplement company at a time
The National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) is improving and standardizing the animal supplement industry by awarding their Quality Seal to companies that meet their rigorous…
How trail walks can improve your horsemanship
Trail walks are an enjoyable way to develop your horse and test some of the skills you’ve been working on in the corral. Trail walks…
The 10 best U.S. national parks for horseback riding
Ever wonder if you can go horseback riding in a national park? You can! Here’s a list of the top 10 U.S. national parks for…
