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Pat Raia

Pat Raia is a veteran journalist who enjoys covering equine welfare, industry, and news. In her spare time, she enjoys riding her Tennessee Walking Horse, Sonny.

Articles by: Pat Raia

Horse Hoof Care Essentials at Hand

Pat Raia July 29, 2024

What’s in your horse’s hoof-care box? Here are the items that hoof care professionals recommend you keep on hand.

What is Protein; Are Chestnut Horses Crazy

Your Guide to an Outrageously Shiny Equine Coat

Pat Raia April 11, 2024

Experts share feeding, grooming, and bathing tips to keep your horse’s hair coat gleaming.

What’s in Your Horse’s Water?

Pat Raia February 5, 2024

Water is an essential nutrient for horses. Find out why it’s important to keep your horses’ water sources clean and explore common challenges horse owners face.

Technology Connecting Veterinarians, Clients

Pat Raia January 14, 2022

Telemedicine is growing in popularity among veterinarians and clients, but it doesn’t come without risks.

Picky Eater? Add Anise Flavoring to Your Horse’s Feed

Feeding the Horse That Won’t Eat

Pat Raia January 10, 2021

Is your horse a picky eater? Learn about reasons your horse might turn his nose up at his meals and what you can do about it.

Emergency Shoe Removal: Pulling the nails

Emergency Shoe Removal for Horses

Pat Raia July 29, 2020

A nearly lost shoe should stop a rider cold because it can expose horses to foot injuries ranging from nail punctures to sole bruising. Having the right tools and knowing how to use them can help you remove a shoe safely when a farrier isn’t available.

Social Media Plays Matchmaker for Mares and Orphan Foals

Pat Raia June 19, 2020

Every year horse owners across the United States and Canada whose mares have lost foals or whose foals have been orphaned turn to Facebook to connect with one another.

You Know He’s Never Going to Outgrow That, Right?

Pat Raia June 18, 2020

One horse owner’s experience with her adult horse that was born prematurely.

BLM Tests Fertility Drug to Control Wild Herd Growth

Pat Raia May 28, 2020

Oocyte growth factor (OGF) lasts three years or longer and is a potential alternative to PZP.

COVID-19 Closes BLM Long-Term Holding Facilities to Visitors

Pat Raia May 6, 2020

State stay-at-home orders and social distancing related to COVID-19 have closed BLM long-term mustang holding facilities to the public.

Chicago City Council Bans Horse-Drawn Carriages

Pat Raia April 30, 2020

The 46-to-4 vote forbids the operation of carriages for hire within the city.

Chicago Considers Ordinance to Ban Horse-Drawn Carriages

Pat Raia April 23, 2020

New legislation in Chicago will prohibit the city from issuing licenses to operators of horse-drawn carriage businesses there.

Considerations for Managing Emaciated Horses

Animal Cruelty Crime Reports Fall Amid COVID-19 Lockdowns

Pat Raia April 16, 2020

Travel restrictions and redirected resources mean fewer people are reporting animal welfare issues, but advocates say cases are still out there.

COVID-19 Economics Challenge the Horse Industry

Pat Raia April 2, 2020

From shutting down local horse shows to postponing the Olympic Games until 2021, the coronavirus pandemic has played havoc with the way owners keep, exhibit, and even trail ride their horses.

Barn Visiting Hours: Protecting People During a Pandemic

Pat Raia April 2, 2020

Our reporter is adapting to life with limited access to her horse as her barn sets guidelines to prevent COVID-19 spread.

What Should I Do if I Suspect Horse neglect

Kentucky Bill Would Require Vets to Report Animal Cruelty

Pat Raia March 12, 2020

Under current law, veterinarians in Kentucky are forbidden to report animal cruelty without the express permission of the animal’s owner or unless a court orders the disclosure.