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  • Spooked horse throwing rider.

    Riding Spooky Horses on the Trail - FREE Online Course through November 30, 2017

    Understanding how a horse perceives its environment helps a rider to know why a horse might spook and will equip the rider to anticipate when a horse will spook, as well as how to handle the situation.

    Flossie Sellers - October 30, 2017 17:12

  • Pumpkin treats for horses.

    Halloween Pumpkin Treats for Your Horse

    With Halloween and Thanksgiving approaching, the fall season brings an abundance of pumpkins so why not treat your horse to some tasty pumpkin treats.

    Flossie Sellers - October 27, 2017 12:38

  • Hurricane damage affecting humans and horses

    Providing Emergency Aid to Equines in Puerto Rico

    We are grateful for the efforts of our partners in this work, The Jockey Club, the AAEP, and Thoroughbred Charities of America and we will continue our multi-prong approach to help the many horses in Puerto Rico that remain in need.

    Flossie Sellers - October 27, 2017 12:29

  • Hilarious book for horse lovers.

    The Unstoppable Fergus the Horse is Back!

    Fergus and the Greener Grass written and illustrated by Jean Abernethy, published by Trafalgar Square Books, is hot off the press, and available for purchase.

    Flossie Sellers - October 25, 2017 15:49

  • Pumpkins ready for Halloween

    Tips for a Safe and Sane Halloween for Your Horse

    For well-trained horses that are used to people, crowds, and excitement, all may be well, but for other horses, Halloween is a spooky time that may cause the horse to also spook.

    Flossie Sellers - October 23, 2017 12:26

  • Helping horses reach their full potential.

    Ariat Honors Volunteers That Change the Lives of Horses - People

    Hoping to change the public's view of horses in transition through awareness and education, Ariat International honors volunteers for their service on behalf of horse welfare.

    Flossie Sellers - October 19, 2017 16:42

  • Promoting welfare of senior horses.

    Senior Horses in Competition - "Show Some Love" and Share Your Story

    equineseniors.com wants to hear about equine senior horses that successfully competed throughout the year as part of “Show Some Love” campaign to promote the use of horses well into their upper senior years.

    Flossie Sellers - October 19, 2017 16:37

  • Horse maintenance tasks for cooler weather.

    Preserve the Quality of Your Horse Feed and Supplies During Cold Weather

    Cooler weather may up your horses need for feed with higher nutritional value so consider higher quality hay and the addition of cubes of pelleted feed when necessary.

    Flossie Sellers - October 18, 2017 11:29

  • War horse during Korean War

    Remembering America's Horses and Mules Engaged in World War One

    103 years ago this month, America’s horses and mules began their one-way journey to the battlefields of World War One and Brooke USA’s Horse Heroes Campaign is remembering them by helping today’s working equines.

    Flossie Sellers - October 13, 2017 11:28

  • Just sayin' "Get me a microchip."

    The Importance of Having Your Horse Microchipped

    Veterinarians working with affected horses in the recent aftermath and recovery efforts in Texas and Florida from hurricanes Harvey and Irma are finding microchipping invaluable with the massive ongoing sheltering operations.

    Flossie Sellers - October 12, 2017 12:02

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