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The Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture Act amends federal criminal code to prohibit intentional animal cruelty acts when they occur during interstate commerce or on federal property. Here’s what that means for local law enforcement.
The stocking rate of livestock on a pasture has a significant impact on both forage productivity and financial profitability of an operation.
Improper pasture management of horses during the winter and early spring can adversely affect pasture quality and the environment. Using drylots can help.
The survey asked owners, managers, and riders about arena construction characteristics, air quality, arena footing, and associated health outcomes in horses and humans.
Nearly all organisms, including horses, adapt their lifestyles to the timing of sunrise and sunset. From breeding to performance to haircoats—understanding how horses respond to light can help you manage them accordingly.
Canadian researchers shared the results of their footing and force studies at an international conference. One looked at limb loading force, while the other investigated the impact of footing firmness and horse size.
If you house your horses in a barn, keeping it well-ventilated is an essential part of their care. Download this free report to learn how you can take simple steps to improve the ventilation in an existing barn and give your horse the fresh air he needs.
When the going gets muddy, the muddy get hoof problems. Here’s what to watch for in your horses.
Are you not sure if your barn can hold up to a heavy snow load? Get advice from emergency preparedness expert Rebecca Gimenez-Husted.
Dr. Rebecca Gimenez-Husted shares insight on how to handle this difficult situation during an emergency.
Our expert, Dr. Rebecca Gimenez-Husted, offers suggestions on how to mark your horse with identification in case of wildfire.
Surviving natural disasters becomes even more complicated when you’re responsible for horses and other animals. Emergency planning expert Rebecca Gimenez-Husted, PhD, literally wrote the book on Technical Large Animal Rescue, and she joins us for an hour to answer your disaster-planning questions and offer advice that could save your and your horses’ lives.
French researchers found that horses stalled with enrichments, such as forage, windows, and toys, still exhibited signs of stress and depression associated with confinement.
Researchers found that horses can teach themselves to open a variety of locks and latches.
The agency reports three states have been released from VSV quarantine.
As we move into fall, here’s a quick list of recommendations from the University of Kentucky to help manage pastures.
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