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Top 5 Signs Your Horse Is Stressed Out, Right Now

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA February 22, 2024

Can you see the signs of stress? Equine behavior experts share what to look for in your horse.

Orphan Foal Behavior

Nancy Diehl, VMD, MS February 1, 2024

An equine behavior expert offers advice on raising and training an orphan foal to reduce future unwanted behaviors.

Training Aid Fact and Fiction for Better Riding

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA January 31, 2024

Two equine biomechanics researchers share insight on how to properly use equine training aids such as elastic bands, longeing systems, and various rein rigs.

Impact of Short-Term Transportation Stress on Equine Endocrine and Immune Function

Equine Disease Quarterly January 29, 2024

New research shows that veterinarians might need to allow several hours between transportation and testing for conditions such as PPID.

Feeding an Easy Keeper on Stall Rest

Clair Thunes, PhD January 15, 2024

A nutrition expert offers advice on preventing weight gain and boredom while a hefty horse is on stall rest.

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Heart Monitoring Devices for Horses

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA December 31, 2023

Learn about devices designed to measure equine athletes’ cardiac function and maximize performance.

Scientists Study Facial Expressions of Pain in Ridden Horses

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Equine Disease Quarterly December 22, 2023

Riders and owners might miss behavioral signs of pain in their horses. The RHpE is a scientifically validated tool for assessing pain in ridden horses.