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Retired Racehorse Project Seeks 500 Trainers for $100,000 Thoroughbred Makeover

”It comes as a shock and a thrill to folks at the tracks when they discover that their retiring horses are no longer what the industry calls ‘unwanted horses.”

Advocates Ask Federal Court to Dismiss Utah Ranchers Anti-Mustang Lawsuit

“This lawsuit was filed by livestock owners that view wild horses as competition for below-market, taxpayer-subsidized grazing on public lands,” said Caitlin Zittkowski, attorney for Meyer, Glitzenstein and Crystal, the firm representing the advocates

New Research Could Help Breed for Less 'Spooky' Horses

Researchers are working to identify genes that influence horses' tendency to react to perceived danger.

UC Davis Offers Horses For Sale

The Center for Equine Health at UC Davis periodically offers horses for sale. These horses are no longer needed for research or teaching programs and may be suitable for pleasure or performance purposes. The horses vary widely in age, breed and training.

Tricks Aren't Just Fun - They Create a Fantastic Equine Partner!

Imagine A Horse was developed by Sue and Allen and blends modern and classical horsemanship into a fun and comprehensive training philosophy designed to increase the intelligence, adaptability and predictability of today’s companion horse.

Salt River Horse Advocates Applaud Arizona Congressional Delegation’s Support for Salt River Wild Horses

”Last summer, the Forest Service set off a storm of public outrage when it published a notice to impound the Salt River horses and remove them from the Tonto National Forest, but now the call is for these horses be left alone and allowed to live free.â€

Keeping Horses Comfortable During Winter Travel

Keeping your horse hydrated is just as essential in cold weather as it is in hot weather.

Race Horse Deaths Caused by Bigger Purses?

On average, 24 horses die each week at racetracks across America. Many are inexpensive horses racing with little regulatory protection in pursuit of bigger and bigger prizes. These deaths often go unexamined, the bodies shipped to rendering plants and lan

Landmark Field Investigation of Horse Slaughter Released

The report finds that the instant a horse is designated a 'kill horse' handling and treatment deteriorate from horses previously treated as companions or working animals.

USRider: Traveling with an Older Horse

While traveling, it is important to keep your older horse on his normal feeding schedule. There is a higher risk of colic because the horse is standing in one place rather than moving around.

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