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Why It Is Important for Equestrians To Be Educated about Learning Theory and Its Practical Application?

Through habituation and de-sensitisation, as well as operant and classical conditioning, also known as Pavlovian conditioning, horses can be trained to become reliable, safe companions.

A Better Understanding - Four Core Concerns Humans and Horses Share

”My research drew me to natural horsemanship trainers because they appeared close to what I was looking for in the way of communicating in horse language, but the use of bits, spurs, whips and sticks didn’t line up with my desire to have a Do No Harm

Horizon Structures Presents Series - Buying A New Horse Barn. When You Are Not Sure. At All.

Nothing is wrong with constructing a workman-like structure that does the job it is designed to do, keep the horses safe and secure.

EQUUS Foundation Awards Over $200,000 in Grants and Scholarships

Horses can dramatically improve the lives of people with special needs, yet equine activities and therapies are only available to a small percentage of people with special needs.

Horizon Structures Presents Series….Lofty Ideas For Horse Barn Building

High profile center aisle barns and monitor barns offer owners convenience with space to store supplies, groom horses out of the elements and save labor of moving hay.

Protect your Herd - Equine Guelph Announces a FREE Offering of Online Sickness Prevention Course!

Equine Guelph has opened a FREE offering of their Sickness Prevention in Horses course ( normally $85 + HST) in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Horizon Structures Presents Series: What Part Of You Thought That Was A Good Idea?

When you execute a contract that specifies materials to be used, features to be included, plans for the design, timeline for construction or delivery and final price and terms, you are giving yourself a blanket of protection.

Dr. Stover's Top Myths About Equine Orthopedic Injuries

Training induces cycles of bone damage and repair in horses and optimally, initial damage is followed by repair and gain in strength which helps prevent serious injuries.

Foaling - When To Call the Vet

Hundreds of mares deliver healthy foals without incident yearly, but when complications during the foaling process develop, the time can turn into a nightmare for the caretaker and the mare and foal, so having a veterinarian on call is imperative.

Making Horse Dental Care a Priority

Although horses usually don't develop cavities like humans do, problems can occur with pits, chips, splits, breaks, sharp points and other conditions that compromise the horse's dental health.

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