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Plan A Head

Play safe and put your head in a helmet when working around horses. Set a good example and take steps to minimize your risk of becoming a statistic.

Learn about Degenerative joint disease, a type of osteoarthritis that is one of the most common causes of lameness in horses, how it develops when the cartilage protecting the bones of the joint is destroyed, and how to prevent and treat the disease.

Morris Foundation - 60+ Years of Helping Horses Live Longer, Healthier Lives

The Foundation is a global leader in funding new and improved diagnostics, treatments and preventives to keep horses healthy and also fund studies to improve the health and well-being donkeys, mules and zebras!

Getting Value When You Purchase Horse Feed and Supplements

Feeding your horse is a major expense. Price ranges for feed and nutrients vary widely, and have increased in recent years due to higher grain costs. Learn how to get the best value in your horse feed, supplements and medications.

Hoof Care for a Horse with Laminitis and or Founder

Attention to routine nursing care by the owner is usually the most significant factor in influencing the recovery rate of a horse afflicted with Laminitis and/or Founder.

Recognizing Greatness: Announcing the 2021 Horse Stars Hall of Fame Inductees

The 2021 Horse Stars Hall of Fame inductees are Dolton, FWF Undercover, Gazelle, Kiss Me Quick, Pritchard Hill, Sir Gus, Tango and Vivaldi De Besilu.

Sweet Itch

Learn about sweet itch also known as a seasonal dermatitis and how the bites of Culicoides affect the horse's immune system causing both physical and mental misery making the horse dependent on its owner for prevention management of this recurrent aff

The Mares Reproductive Cycle

A mare's natural reproductive cycle is explained in this article with references to the basic timing of the estrous cycle. Techniques of cycle manipulation also are presented giving the horse breeder options to change the natural cycle.

KHC Supports Horses Affected by Natural Disasters

The Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) provides a central coordination point for Kentucky equine rescue efforts to support horses affected by hurricanes, tornados, floods, fire and other natural disasters. KHC has experience responding to equine crisis throu

Horse Groups Endorse AHC Welfare Code

The American Horse Council is pleased to announce the American Riding Instructors Association, International Walking Horse Association, Texas Quarter Horse Association, and the U.S. Eventing Association have all endorsed the AHC National Welfare Code o

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