Racehorses and Second Careers
The Horse Staff
April 28, 2014
Kentucky Derby and Dubai World Cup-winning trainer Graham Motion shares some thoughts on Thoroughbred racehorses and second careers.
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Kentucky Derby and Dubai World Cup-winning trainer Graham Motion shares some thoughts on Thoroughbred racehorses and second careers.
At the Rolex Ride the Course press event, international four-star eventer Lynn Symansky describes how riders prepare horses for the jog the morning after Rolex cross-country.
At the Rolex Ride The Course event international four-star eventer Lynn Symansky describes the complementary therapies her horses’ health care team uses in the time leading up to three-day events, from acupuncture to magnetic blankets.
At the Rolex Ride the Course press event International four-star eventer Lynn Symansky describes how she handles shadows and other tricky things horses see during cross-country.
How do you keep a three-day event horse sound? Four-star eventer Buck Davidson shares his tips.
Have you ever wondered how a veterinarian would train and develop a horse? Find out from a veterinarian who’s also a Grand Prix dressage trainer and clinician.
FEI veterinarian Dr. Kent Allen of Virginia Equine Imaging shares interesting equine lameness cases from his practice. Sometimes it takes some detective work to find true cause of lameness. Part 3 of 3.
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones explains what acupuncture involves and how it is used to help horses.
Charles Wilhelm, of Castro Valley, Calif., explains more about how training with tarps can help desensitize spooky and timid horses.
Halters are used for leading, tying, and handling horses when you’re not riding. Learn the basic options you have for outfitting your horse in a halter.
Equine podiatrist, certified farrier, and frequent lecturer Dr. Raul Bras of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky., shares bizarre lameness cases from his practice. You won’t believe what the imaging shows! Part 2 of 3.
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones talks about the health precautions associated with bringing a new horse into your herd.
Should a foal be dewormed during its first 6 months of life? Dr. Wendy Vaala responds. This podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Foals Q&A audio event.
What impact can a mare going through her “foal heat” have on her foal? Dr. Wendy Vaala responds. This podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Foals Q&A audio event.
Do foals, especially those born early in the season or in cold climates, need to wear blankets? Dr. Wendy Vaala responds. This podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Foals Q&A audio event.
We asked our fans to submit photos of their hairiest horses in a recent photo contest. Here are a few of our favorite entries, in no particular order, including a few from our international fans.
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