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Horses looking out trailer windows
April 18, 2018

Reducing Stress When Hauling Horses

According to a recent study on equine behavior during transport, several behaviors can be used to assess stress. Examples Read more
Close-up of horse's muzzle
April 12, 2018

Stick to Basics to Help Horse’s Airways

According to a study, low-dust bedding and feed resulted in significant reductions in airborne dust, endotoxin, and live fungi Read more
Horse playing in a field
April 09, 2018

Massage and Music Minimize Stress in Horses

Researchers recently reported decreased heart rate, heart rate variability, and salivary cortisol levels in horses exposed to relaxing music Read more
Racehorse working out on track
April 02, 2018

Omeprazole Withdrawal Times in Competition Horses

High-performance horses, such as racehorses and eventers, suffer from equine gastric ulcer syndrome at a higher rate than pleasure Read more
Old swaybacked horse grazing in a field
March 21, 2018

Muscle-Wasting in Old Horses

As horses age, their bodies transform, often in ways owners don’t expect. Muscular mass, for example, changes noticeably enough Read more
Camargue foal in the water
March 16, 2018

Importance of Detraining Programs for Athletic Horses

Detraining simply refers to a reduction in the regular training schedule. According to one study, being able to maintain Read more
Stallion playing in paddock
February 14, 2018

Teaser Mare Genes Impact Stallion Testosterone, Semen

According to a recent study, stallions can alter the characteristics of their semen based on a mare's stage of Read more
Mare an foal walking through lush pasture
February 05, 2018

Waiting for the Foal: Determining Gestational Length in Mares

Ensuring a broodmare’s overall health and body condition before and during gestation will support a healthy pregnancy and minimize Read more
Horses eating in over-grazed pasture
February 01, 2018

Horse Management: Birds in the Barnyard

While many horse owners enjoy the benefits of sharing their farm with chickens and other fowl, some bird species Read more
Horse standing in trailer
January 22, 2018

Horse Transport: Assessing Diet and Performance

Researchers conduct studies to provide horse owners and trainers with evidence-based data to facilitate dietary selection for maximal health Read more
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