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Horse General
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'Invisible' Restricted Horse Racing Therapy May Leave a Trail
In racehorses, masking pain can come with a cost - Overworked minor injuries could lead to major ones or even pose a life-threatening risk to both horse and rider.
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National Day of the Horse Celebrates 15 Years on December 13, 2019
Day of the Horse website shares more than 50 horse-related books, movies, and other resources and will be available until December 21, 2019.
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Metal Shoes, Hoof Pads , Boots or Barefoot: Which Works Best for Horses in Winter
Winter may be time to rehabilitate horse hoofs from the effects of metal shoes and hoof boots can be a useful, practical and no-nonsense tool.
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Winterize Your Barn to Keep Horses Healthy During Cold Weather
Taking the time to prepare for cold weather saves time, money, and frustration, plus these actions will keep your horse comfortable and healthy during the winter season.
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How Should I Manage My Barefoot Horse?
Your barefoot trimmer must trim your horse to compensate for the lack of natural environment and movement.
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A Lost Horse - Our Worst Nightmare . . .
Help Microchip 1,000 Horses! Make tax-deductible donation to EQUUS Foundation Guardian charities.
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Share Tasty Pumpkin Treats with Your Horse This Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving rapidly approaching, why not treat your horse to some tasty pumpkin snacks?
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November: Time to Guard Against Barn and Stable Fires as Thanksgiving Approaches
Thanksgiving serves as a reminder to think about barns and stables as the 'Homes of our horses' and be proactive with fire prevention tips to save lives and property.
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Ancient Horse Find in Nile River Valley Shows Importance of Horses in the Culture
Research shows that the horse was important to the people of ancient Tombos because it was buried -- a rite that is usually reserved for humans.
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A Horse's Eyes - A Key to State of Stress
A horse will blink less and twitch its eyelids more when it's under mild stress -- a new finding that could offer handlers a simple, easy-to-spot sign of agitation.