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UKAg Using Horses to Teach Emotional Intelligence
In March, researchers will launch a second study on the effectiveness of Equine Guided Leadership Education, a process of using horses to teach emotional intelligence and leadership competencies to nurse leaders.
Weather’s Impact on Pasture Weeds: What to Expect in 2014
What weeds can you expect in pastures in 2014? The same ones that occurred in previous years will likely grow and thrive this year as well.
Groups Collaborate on Sport Horse Movement in Asia, Oceania
The workshop for government, veterinary, and animal health experts focuses on international horse movement.
Veterinarian, Equine Advocate Leitch Dies
Midge Leitch, VMD, Dipl ACVS, has died after a long battle with cancer. She was 67 years old.
Poll Recap: Lush Spring Pastures
Of the 991 respondents, 26% said they’d reduce their horses’ turnout time to reduce spring pasture intake.
Parx Racing Quarantines Two Barns due to EHV-1
Two barns at Parx Racing have been quarantined after a horse tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).
Florida Horse Seizure Prompts Animal Services Investigation
Seventeen horses are receiving rehabilitative care after being seized from two properties earlier this month.
Winter Riding Realizations
I’ve rarely had to battle the elements in order to ride during the winter. For the first 22 years of my life, both my horses
Horse Racing Medication Regulations Reviewed
Medication regulations for racehorses are changing. Here’s what you need to know.
Western Gunslinger Dies
The AQHA halter world champion and world champion sire died due to complications from an intestinal tumor.
Kentucky Supreme Court Will Not Review Cobra Venom Case
The court declined to review a ruling overturning a suspension imposed on equine vet Rodney Stewart, DVM.
British Olympic Eventer Retired due to Cardiac Condition
Miners Frolic, a 16-year-old, 17-hand Thoroughbred gelding, was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation.
Blanketing’s Impact on Horses’ Winter Hair Coats
Will blanketing my horse occasionally during extreme cold temperatures compromise my horse’s winter coat?
Managing Horses with PPID (Equine Cushing’s)
Researchers are continually working to find new and better ways to manage and treat horses with pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID, formerly equine Cushing’s). Learn the most up-to-date informations about this disease from our experts.
Age-Related Susceptibility to R. equi Studied
Foals are susceptible to developing R. equi infection for at least the first two weeks of life.
Senior Horse Care Tips and Tricks
Chances are, if you’re reading this blog, you’re a fan of senior horses (come on, who wouldn’t be?!). And many of you probably have a
