Pain, discomfort, and quality of life were reported as the most common concerns when their horse has a medical condition or when considering euthanasia.
The EQUUS Foundation is the only national animal welfare charity in the United States 100% dedicated to protecting America's horses.
According to veterinarians, a horse's temperature can vary somewhat with the season. During the winter, it is not uncommon for the temperature to drop to as low as 97. Usually, this is not a cause for concern that the temperature is that low, but ra
âThe owner admitted to detectives that she had purchased the horses off of Craigslist and did not have the financial means to care for them properly.â
A swarm of bees attacked a North Texas couple and their miniature horses this past weekend, stinging the horses so many times they died.
Each state's veterinary officials determine the health requirements for a horse's entry into their state.
The pasture where the horses were kept was mostly dirt and mud with no food available, and the only water on the property was a stagnant pond with mud, algae and bug larva.
In a precedent setting move, the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration took decisive action on Tuesday, both denouncing and condemning the actions of trainer Jackie McConnell, who was both videotaped abusing a horse and admitted to a Horse Protecti
In what may be a new trend, Ilene Nessenson, JD, a Certified Yoga Instructor and owner of Holistic Horse Bodyworks is offering yoga instruction for horse and rider.
In an article with the subheading "Racing to the Grave," PETA accuses the horse racing industry of extreme animal abuse because of general racing practices, the use of drugs, race fixing, injuries, and end of life practices that affect race horses, all f