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Horses Helping Kids with Autism
Researchers have known for some time that horse therapy helps children with autism in many ways when it comes to social interaction and better coordination in physical movement. Now the first scientific study of horse therapy finds its many benefits may h
New Tool Models Wild Horse Management Outcomes
The new open-access modeling tool, PopEquus, can help managers of wild horses compare management methods and their costs.
NCHA Futurity Horse Sales See a 5-Year High
As proof that the economy is on the mend, the 2012 NCHA Futurity Sales, as reported by Milt Bradford of Western Bloodstock, had the highest overall average and the highest overall percentage of horses sold since 2007. Â
Stem-cell Based Treatment Aids Olympic Horse
Ravel, a horse competing at the 2012 London Olympics, under went stem cell therapy treatment that helped heal a possibly career-ending injury to one of his legs, according to the Helen Woodward Animal Center in California.
Inspection of Horses at Olympics On Again
When Badminton horse trials director Hugh Thomas resigned from the London eventing committee in protest of a lock-out for spectators wanting to see the inspections of horses, the London Organizing Committee of the Olympic Games argued that it was logisti
Research Shows Results of Phenylbutazone Use in Horses
In a recent research project at Louisiana State University, the effects of prolonged use of phenylbutazone (bute) were examined.The five researchers determined that prolonged use of bute can cause adverse effects in horses as soon as three days after init
Study Shows Interactions with Horses Relieve Stress in Youths
A study published in the journal Human-Animal Interaction Bulletin, researchers reported that horses can significantly lower stress hormones in youth, according to a Washington State University of Spokane study.
Western Dressage Introduces Musical Freestyles
Freestyles offer riders and horses another way to explore the discipline of dressage while expressing additional creativity while showcasing compulsory elements, but the pattern, consequently and difficulties of the design are up to the exhibitor.
Owning a Horse Costs How Much?
Tiare Santistevan of Colorado State University Equine Sciences Program has put together some approximate costs of horse ownership. Costs, of course, will vary depending on where you live, but, whether you now own a horse or are considering purchasing one,
Can Orb Win the Preakness from the Inside Post?
Wednesday, May 15, saw Orb, trained by Shug McGaughey, drawing post-position No. 1, not always the best draw as the horses race toward the shortest path for a win.