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The Accident-Prone Horse

Is your horse accident-prone? Our sources share how to manage these Bubble-Wrap-worthy equids and the best ways to avoid problems in the first place.

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Hauling Horses in Hot Weather

Discover how to help your horse stay cool on the trailer this summer and what to do if he overheats in this article from The Horse‘s Summer 2024 issue.

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Low-Stress Horse Husbandry

From reinforcing behaviors to reading facial expressions, adopting welfare-friendly handling practices can improve equine well-being and human safety.

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Is My Neurologic Horse Safe to Ride?

The decision about riding horses recovering from EPM and other diseases, one vet says, involves balancing rider safety, liability concerns, and animal welfare.

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