Researchers found younger or less experienced riders were more likely to punish horses after disqualification—but said education could improve welfare and performance.
An equine nutritionist explains how to balance a performance horse’s diet to improve his energy levels and help him build muscle.
Learn about the subtle cues indicating horses like the work they do in this article from The Horse‘s Fall 2025 issue.
Veterinarians describe 9 common causes of poor performance in horses and what it takes to get a diagnosis.
Read about the unique nutritional and management needs of these equids in the Fall 2025 issue of The Horse.
Experts describe how to help horses experience a comfortable and healthy retirement.
Equine behavior consultants and researchers share 8 important criteria to consider when shopping for the perfect horse.
What is good-quality sleep, and how much do horses need? Researchers offer advice on helping horses get enough sleep.
Learn how osteoarthritis can affect a horse’s comfort lying down and getting up in this Ask TheHorse Live excerpt.
Make sure you choose the right type and amount of salt to support your horse’s health—especially during extreme heat.
A group of riding lesson horses showed subtle facial cues before and after rides, suggesting possible emotional or physical stress regardless of rider skill level.
Get advice on encouraging a hard-keeper to eat more. The first step? Rule out health problems.
See how mares have become champions at the highest levels of dressage, show jumping, and 3-day eventing in this article from The Horse‘s Summer 2025 issue.
An equine nutritionist explains how starch affects horse gut health and can influence equine behavior.
Use these tips to help your horse not just tolerate farrier visits but also enjoy them.
A veterinarian describes when sedation might be necessary for your horse’s farrier visit, common sedatives for farrier work, and safety considerations.
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