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Researchers Show Horses Do Understand Human Gestures
A group of Italian-based scientists have demonstrated that horses are not only capable of reading human actions but can also change the way they respond to a task based on their own experiences.
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Rescued Horses Again Falling Victim to Slaughter Buyers at Auction
According to Habitat for horses, a group of horses that had already been rescued once from an owner now facing animal cruelty charges, has been sent to auction, where bidders tried to save them again, this time from slaughter.
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Where Did All That Horse Manure Go? The Lowly Dung Beetle Knows!
Research supports what many savvy horse owners have known for years, that by burying and consuming horse manure, dung beetles improve nutrient recycling and soil structure in pastures as well as getting rid of the manure.
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Horses Included on Read Across America Day in Maryland
To celebrate the National Education Association's Read Across America Day, Maryland Senator Ed Reilly donated copies of Valerie Ormond's book 'Believing In Horses, Too' to schools in his district.
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USRider: Trailer Preparation Tips for Travel Season with Your Horses
On its website, USRider has carefully developed the Equine TRAVEL SAFETY Area with helpful and practical topics - free and available to members and non-members alike, so horse owners can use these tips to greatly reduce the chances of being stranded on th
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Pennsylvania Horse Trainer Sentenced for Rigging Races
Wells' sentencing came more than a year after he, two other trainers and a track employee were arrested following a probe by state and Dauphin County officials and the FBI.
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Rescue Groups Assist in Removal of Horses from Suspected Neglect on Monroe County Farm
The officers and a local veterinarian found five horses at the site in an extremely emaciated condition, as well as a deceased pony and then served a warrant to seize custody of the horses.
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Certified Horsemanship Assn Produces Conferences Around the Continent for All Horse Enthusiasts
The purpose of CHA is to promote excellence in safety and education for the benefit of the horse industry Their educational events are open to the public and most provide horses for participants to ride with top instructors.
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Youth Equestrian Sport Added to the Arnold Sports Festival
This is further validation and recognition that these young people, who ride horses, are indeed wonderful athletes. It is also special because the Interscholastic Equestrian Association was started here in Columbus.
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Time to Ride Challenge Returns in 2015 with $100,000 Cash and Prizes
The Time to Ride Challenge returns in 2015 with $100,000 cash and prizes, plus incentives to introduce newcomers to horses and help grow the industry.