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Preventing Hay Fires, preventing barn fires

10 Barn Fire and Wildfire Resources from TheHorse.com

The Horse Staff September 14, 2020

Fire remains a threat to equine operations worldwide. Learn how to protect yours from barn and wildfires.

Bringing Your Horse Home

Diane E. Rice September 13, 2020

Before you bring a horse home, there’s a host of things to prepare and much to consider. Our sources share their recommendations for owners making the transition to at-home horse care.

Building a Vet-Approved Horse Barn

Nancy S. Loving, DVM September 12, 2020

Attention to small design details can make barns safer and more comfortable for you and your horse, along with improving chore efficiency. Download this free report for tips on constructing or retrofitting your barn to optimize horse health and reduce accidents and injury.

Equine First-Aid Basics, Part 1

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA April 14, 2020

Find out what items should be in your horse’s first-aid kit, what they’re used for, and how to store them.

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Bright Yellows and Blues: The Safest Colors on the Track

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA April 3, 2020

According to British researchers, fence color could make a significant difference in racehorses’ ability to visualize obstacles as they approach them.

The Jockey Club Releases Data From the Equine Injury Database for 2019

Edited Press Release March 12, 2020

An analysis of data from the Equine Injury Database (EID) shows a decrease in the rate of fatal injury in 2019 (1.53 per 1,000 starts) in Thoroughbred racing.

5 Common Things You Won’t Find in a Horse Vet’s Barn

Katie Navarra February 7, 2020

We often think our horses are safe when tucked in the barn … but think again. Here, veterinarians share common causes of equine injuries that lurk in most barns.

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Riding Horses in the Snow

Karen Waite, PhD, Michigan State University January 15, 2020

Dr. Karen Waite offers her advice on keeping your horse safe when riding in the snow.

FEI Votes for Changes Affecting Safety, Welfare

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA November 21, 2019

Mandatory headgear, banned bitless bridles, imposed endurance rider weights, and frangible device requirements for eventing jumps are among new FEI rules.

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Researcher Identifies Lack of Risk Management in Horse Industry

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA September 26, 2019

“X days since last accident.” It’s a sign hanging at almost every high-risk industry site. Except, it seems, equestrian industry facilities. A researcher looks at why.