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Researchers Discover New Information about World's First Horse Riders

The use of animals for transport, in particular the horse, marked a turning point in human history with considerable gains in mobility and distance having profound effects on land use, trade, and warfare.

Science Backs Monty Roberts Training Techniques

On the 30th of August 2011 the scientific paper  authored by Drs. Veronica Fowler, Mark Kennedy and David Marlin entitled ‘A comparison between the Monty Roberts technique and a conventional UK technique for initial training of riding horses’ was acc

Stem Cells Under Investigation as a Possible Future Treatment for Equine Asthma

Dr. Bienzle elaborates on the importance of good hay, clean air and stable management considerations in explaining new research investigating stem cells as a potential treatment option for heaves.

Research into Development of the Foal’s Gut Could Advance Treatment of Critical Cases of Diarrhea

By studying both microbial and metabolic data the team aims to learn what biomarkers denote health and which could signal a red flag as the foal's gut becomes colonized.

Equine Guelph: Know Your Horse Health

”The well-rounded horse person is educated in normal parameters of horse health and a keen observer, on the look-out for anything that is abnormal for that individual horse.”

Horse Thoughts: For the New Horse Owner - Part One of Two

Thinking about getting a horse. Here is some sage advice from author Miriam Reich about some basic considerations prior to taking the plunge.

The Top Five Most Important Features to Feature in Your New Horse Barn

When you are making the important decision to add a barn to the property you want to ensure you are making the best choice for you, your horses and your lifestyle.

Rutgers Equine Center Lauches "Horse Heroes"

The Rutgers Equine Science Center recently launched “Horse Heroes,” a new initiative offering sponsorships for the horses in its research herd. The goal of the “Horse Heroes” program is to raise funds to purchase grain, hay, bedding, and veterinar

Donkey's Toys Taken

A Norwich animal sanctuary is appealing for people to dig out their vintage children’s garden toys after its donkeys were robbed of their favourite toys. Julie Bassett, owner of Little Tinkers animal sanctuary asks, "If anyone has got something l

Therapies for Horse Injuries, Aches, and Pains

Any athlete will tell you that a hard workout leads to joint aches, stiffness and pain. Our equine athletes suffer the same. Learn about some therapies that are useful to alleviate horse joint and muscle pain.

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