Domestic Equids Can Still ‘Chill’ Like Their Ancestors
Maureen Blaney Flietner
April 24, 2012
New research indicates horses can slow body processes to conserve energy when environmental factors dictate.
New research indicates horses can slow body processes to conserve energy when environmental factors dictate.
Content will include housing, management practices, and procedures that can affect the well being of horses.
Until recently, owners and vets considered equine dental floating the most important aspect of dental care.
Behavior question about getting horses used to standing in tight spaces.
My husband and I trail ride frequently, and we both ride geldings. When my horse defecates his horse will walk
I have a horse that is a cribber. To make both our lives easier, I’ve deci
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Attendees reviewed research and targeted areas for future research on horse, rider, and saddle interactions.
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What is the correct age to breed a mare for the first time? I have strongly c
Most welfare problems–which arise if “freedoms” are denied–are directly due to human behavior problems.
Molly Sweeney has been chosen as the 2011 recipient of The EQUUS Foundation Humanitarian Award.
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