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Horse Backs Reveal Clues to the Evolution of Horses as Fast Runners
âBy tracing the evolution of the fossil back bones of tiny prehistoric horses to the back bones of contemporary horses, Jones hypothesizes that stability of the backbone evolved as a response to save energy while running as horses grew larger.â
Horse-Vehicle Accidents Show Need for Improved Road Safety
âThree horses have been hit and killed on Old 395 south of Reno, Nevada, this past week, and horse advocates call for fences and cattle guards to keep the horses off highways.â
Does and Don'ts When Trail Riding a Spooky Horse
âWhen we put horses in an unknown environment with unknown events popping up (a backpacker turning the corner, a deer crossing a path) we should expect the inexperienced horse to spook.â
The Homes for Horses Coalition Applauds Amendment to Protect Horses and Calls for an End to the Terrifying Cruelty of Horse Slaughter
"Horse slaughter is a predatory, heinously cruel industry which encourages and rewards the irresponsible behavior of a very small segment of the horse industry.â
A Daily "Once-Over" Can Save Horses, Money, and Time
Performing a daily once-over of your horse only takes minutes a day but can keep small problems small and help prevent problems from becoming life threatening or expensive.
Republican and Democrat Come Together to Present Bill To Ban Horse Soring
âAlthough horse soring, the intentional inflicting of pain to horses feet to achieve a high stepping gait, has been illegal for well over 30 years, it is still practiced in clear violation of the Horse Protection Act (HPA) of 1970.â
American Quarter Horse Association Expands Support of Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association
The American Quarter Horse Association adds new awards recognizing top American Quarter Horses in professional rodeo.
Kentucky Equine Leader Receives National Award
On June 26, 2012, the American Horse Council awarded Madelyn Millard of Lexington, Kentucky the prestigious national Van Ness Award. Millard is former president and current board member of the Kentucky Horse Council.
7 Tips for Keeping Your Horse Healthy and Active this Summer
During these longer summer days when horses are spending more time in pastures, horse owners should make sure that horses are protected from dehydration, flies, accidental injuries and infectious diseases which may occur in the pasture setting.
Keep Your Horse Safe from Spooks on Halloween
Halloween is a festive time with costumes, tricks and treats and revelry for young and old, but protecting your horse from spooky situations is important for the well being of you, your horse and trick or treaters.