Is It My Horse, or Is It Me?
Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA
May 31, 2019
We might be quick to blame a horse for misbehaving, but a closer look at equine behavior might reveal we’re the problem. Here’s what to consider.
We might be quick to blame a horse for misbehaving, but a closer look at equine behavior might reveal we’re the problem. Here’s what to consider.
If a horse’s tail has been blocked or nerved, is he at a social disadvantage when turned out with others? An equine behaviorist weighs in.
Studies have shown that equestrians are at more risk for traumatic brain injuries than participants in most other sports. Here’s what you need to know about concussion diagnostics and returning to riding.
Two different perspectives on horse rider and handler safety were presented by an accomplished group of panelists at the inaugural Horse Industry Safety Summit.
While it might seem like a tricky task, riders can teach their bodies how to react when they part ways with their horses to minimize injury risk.
Online classes are now the norm in education, but can they assist in promoting safety to equine enthusiasts? One researcher says yes. Here’s why.
While many equestrians are anxious to get back in the saddle after a brain injury, one physical therapist says it’s best to take it slow. Here’s why.
While researchers have looked at the reduced risk of serious injury to an equestrian when he or she wears a helmet, there has been less study into the effect of other safety equipment, including protective vests.
A biomechanical engineer explains how most modern riding helmets protect our heads and what they might protect against in the future, as well.
Does your horse refuse to stand still in the cross-ties? An equine behavior expert shares how to instill good grooming manners in a young horse or curb existing rude behavior in the cross-ties.
Stay safe when you’re on the road with your horse with these tips for trailering and working around a rig.
Some products found on farms are flammable, toxic, or hazardous to human and animal health. Learn more about how to use, store, and discard them properly.
Finding the cause of 21 equine fatalities at Santa Anita Park, in Arcadia, California, is key to the future of not only the venue but also the horse racing industry in general, says a Kentucky-based scientist investigating the incidents.
Before you hit the trail, make sure both you and your horse are prepared for any wildlife encounters that might occur.
The inaugural Horse Industry Safety Summit is scheduled to take place April 23, prior to the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event, in Lexington, Kentucky.
Ten things that could save your life when you’re on the trail with your horse.
Stay on top of the most recent Horse Health news with
