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Dujardin Eliminated From European Championships Due to Blood

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA August 22, 2019

The disqualification of Great Britain’s top dressage rider dropped the team’s placing from silver to fourth.

U.S. House Passes Anti-Horse Soring Bill

Edited Press Release July 26, 2019

The PAST Act would end the system of industry self-policing in the Tennessee Walking Horse and related breeds’ show organizations.

Senators Urge BLM to Abandon Plan to Spay Mustang Mares

Pat Raia July 19, 2019

The plan would surgically sterilize mares in Oregon’s Warm Springs Herd Management Area.

Mountain Bikes on Horse Trails? No Problem if You’re Prepared

Robin Foster, PhD, Cert. Applied Animal Behaviorist (CAAB), Cert. Horse Behavior Consultant (CHBC) July 4, 2019

Introduce horses systematically to bikes, hikers, backpackers, strollers, and ATVs to reduce spooking on the trail.

Happy and Unhappy Horses at Home

Sue McDonnell, PhD, Certified AAB June 6, 2019

Has any research been done regarding what horses might like and dislike about their homes?

Stubborn as a Donkey?

Sue McDonnell, PhD, Certified AAB May 9, 2019

One behavior expert explains the differences in behavior between donkeys and horses.

Infographic: Signs of Stress in Horses

The Horse Staff April 19, 2019

Learn about the common signs your horse might show when under stress and ways to mitigate the possible causes.

What Does ‘Licking and Chewing’ in Horses Mean?

Sue McDonnell, PhD, Certified AAB February 28, 2019

What does “licking and chewing” really mean?

Preparing Horse Farms for Winter Weather Disasters

Equine Disease Quarterly January 18, 2019

Plan ahead to keep family, employees, and horses safe during a winter weather disaster.

Debate Over Noseband Checks at Horse Shows

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA December 3, 2018

Dr. Janne Winther Christensen penned an open letter to World Horse Welfare, on behalf of ISES, highlighting the importance of noseband checks for equine health and welfare, and Roly Owers, of WHW, responded.

Groundwork With Our Horses: Why We Do It

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA November 2, 2018

Safe and smart groundwork can help build the foundation for a confident, well-behaved horse.

Is It Time for Your Horse to Retire?

Diane E. Rice October 25, 2018

Working with your veterinarian, farrier, and trainer and considering your horse’s physical, mental, and social needs will help you make the best decision for when and how you should transition him to a more leisurely lifestyle.

Improving Horse Welfare by Changing Human Behavior: Not Always Easy

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA August 26, 2018

One veterinarian concedes that equitation scientists and vets alike are still working to determine how to change people’s behavior with the goal of improving horse welfare, but offers some suggestions on how to make progress.

Homeless Horses: An Update on Unwanted Horses in the United States

Michelle Anderson August 23, 2018

Awareness about unwanted horses has grown significantly over the past 20 years, and the horse industry has taken strides to find solutions. But there’s still work to do.

Building Your Horse’s Health Care Dream Team

Sarah Evers Conrad July 24, 2018

Horse health care often requires teamwork. Use these tips to find the right equine health professionals for your team.

House Narrowly Passes 2018 Farm Bill

Pat Raia June 22, 2018

Amid Congressional strife over immigration issues, the full U.S. House of Representatives approved the Farm Bill, by a narrow margin earlier this week.