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The Power of Protein – How Much is Enough for Your Horse?
When a horse absorbs protein, it is broken down into amino acids then reassembled into proteins inside the horse's body.
Music Helps Horses Better Respond to Performance Demands
The music positively impacted the emotional state and performance of treated horses, compared to the control group.
Educational Opportunities Abound at Thoroughbred Makeover
The competition is intended to inspire trainers to be involved in transitioning horses to second careers and serves to educate those involved in the care, training, and sale to responsible owners.
U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky Named Humane Horsewoman of the Year by the Humane Society of the United States
The Humane Society of the United States has honored Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., as its 2019 Humane Horsewoman of the Year.
Animal Protection Groups Commend House Action on Priority Equine Protection Legislation to End Horse Slaughter and Soring
The PAST Act addresses abuse of Tennessee walking horses and breeds forced to perform high-stepping gait the 'Big Lick' by bad actors who subject the horses' legs to painful techniques known as soring.
New Tool Models the Future for Wild Horses on Public Lands
The PopEquus model can project what the population size of a given wild horse herd will be after 10 years using a fertility-control vaccine to prevent pregnancy in a proportion of mares.
Passive Stretching in the Horse
Learn how passive stretches differ from active stretches and what you should know before trying passive stretching techniques on your horse.
Colic
 Learn about the basic facts of colic and the different forms it takes in horses, along with feeding and care suggestions that can help prevent colic in your horse.
Lacerations
Learn how to evaluate lacerations on your horse so you will known when to call a veterinarian and when you can provide the treatment necessary to heal the wound and prevent infection, and why a booster tetanus shot is sometimes necessary.
The Masterson Method Secret to Releasing Muscle Tension in Your Horse
"The Masterson Method secret to releasing muscle tension is by using a level of touch that bypasses the horsesâ flight or bracing response and allows him to release the tension himself.â