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A One-Way Ticket to Nowhere for Canada’s Draft Horses

Idyllic pastures are not the reality for the thousands of draft horses who are shipped overseas to be slaughtered in countries such as Japan.
By: Sinikka Crosland, president, Canadian Horse Defence Coalition

Chasing Cans: A Sensational Summer with the OBRA

A family of 'newbies' find fun, excitement and camaraderie at Ontario Barrel Racing Association events during the pandemic.
By: Angelique Fawns

Helmet Head: Why You Need to Buckle Up Every Time You Ride

Riding is one of the most dangerous sports and you need to protect your noggin. Here are some important (and surprising) facts about helmets.
By: Kim Izzo

Do Jockeys Bet on Horse Racing?

Those involved in horse racing face different rules when it comes to horse race betting.

Bringing Awareness to the Mental Health Crisis and Equine Therapy

Military veterans are at a higher risk of suicide than the general population, especially during these Covid times. BraveHearts is helping.
By: Kim Izzo

Things We Wouldn’t Do Now On Horseback if You Paid Us

Kim Izzo looks back fondly at carefree (and often careless) youth spent on horseback, and the stunts we pulled that seem incredibly reckless now.
By: Kim Izzo

John Ware Reclaimed: Filling the Gap in Black Canadian History

Horse Canada interviews Alberta-based filmmaker Cheryl Foggo about her reasons for bringing the story of John Ware to the big screen.
By: Kim Izzo

Canadian Musician Jann Arden on the Front Line of Horse Export Protest

"We don’t need to treat them this way” says Arden, who joined a protest at Calgary International Airport where horses were being shipped to Japan.
By: Kim Izzo

Harvest Time Tasty (and Safe) Horse Treats and Snacks

Horses find a wide variety of fruits and vegetables quite yummy - but not all of them should be included in their diet, even occasionally.
By: Kim Izzo

Wildfire Smoke and Equine Respiratory Health Concerns

Exposure to smoke, such as is occurring in California, Oregon and Washington, can effect horses in a detrimental way similar to humans.
By: Amy Young / UC Davis Center for Equine Health

Hoof Care Top Tips, Myth Busters and Finding the Balance

Equine Guelph talks to farrier Sean Elliott about promoting optimum hoof health and avoiding some common pitfalls such as cracks and abscesses.
By: Equine Guelph

A Different Horse/Human Dynamic: Loved but Not Ridden

Can't ride, but still want horses around you every day? You are not alone, as the popularity of the Non-Ridden Equine movement would indicate.
By: Kim Izzo

Introducing Pack-Burro Racing: Get Your Ass in Gear!

Think you've seen it all when it comes to horse sports? How about the official Heritage Sport of Colorado - a human/burro marathon with a Triple Crown!
By: Kim Izzo

Together At Last: Achieving the Perfect Saddle Pad Fit

If you or your horse are having issues even after a professional saddle fitting, you may want to consider 'shimable' saddle pads.
By: Kim Izzo

Staying Connected: The 6 Best Horse Apps Right Now

Want to track your epic trail rides, never forget another appointment, or just get your horse's darn ears up for a selfie? There's an app for that.
By: Kim Izzo
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