Discussions about the welfare of our equine friends
While many equestrians are anxious to get back in the saddle after a brain injury, one physical therapist says it’s best to take it slow. Here’s why.
While researchers have looked at the reduced risk of serious injury to an equestrian when he or she wears a helmet, there has been less study into the effect of other safety equipment, including protective vests.
Attendees listened to presentations on a variety of topics all centered around ways to keep equestrians and horse handlers safe.
A biomechanical engineer explains how most modern riding helmets protect our heads and what they might protect against in the future, as well.
War of Will, who finished eighth in the Kentucky Derby, rebounded with a victory in the 2019 Preakness Stakes.
This release marks one of the final groups of BLM wild horses to return to their home ranges following emergency gathers due to wildfire in 2015.
Early on May 11, N2BHS-A (“Gokey GoGo Bones”) gave birth to a chestnut filly.
The USEF said that, in both natural and synthetic forms, CBD is likely to affect a horse’s performance due to its reported anxiolytic (anxiety-reducing) effects.
In honor of International Donkey Week, May 6-11, 2019, we asked readers to share photos and stories of their favorite long-eared equines.
Journalist Pat Raia has written about horse health and welfare issues for years, but she learned it’s a whole different ballgame when your own horse is the patient. Here’s what she experienced when her horse colicked recently.
Official disease notification from Senegal and Nigeria indicate more than 40,000 cases have resulted in more than 3,000 equid deaths since mid-December.
One behavior expert explains the differences in behavior between donkeys and horses.
Cargill is voluntarily recalling Southern States Triple 10 horse feed and other select livestock feeds due to elevated aflatoxin levels.
For the first time in Kentucky Derby history, a winner was demoted for an infraction committed during the running of the race. Stewards disqualified front-runner Maximum Security for causing interference and awarded 65-1 longshot Country House victory.
A strict series of pre-race procedures is designed to ensure racehorse safety and welfare.
Researchers found that many owners believe horses have emotions—even complex ones. However, the paradox, they say, is that people continue to act in ways that cause presumably negative emotions in horses.
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