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10 Amazing Facts About the History of the Horse Shoe

Arguably, far more than sliced bread, the development of the horse shoe has had a dramatic effect on human civilization. Learn how they evolved over time.
By: Karin Apfel
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Spring Cleaning Advice from a Seasoned Horse Farmer

With his signature wit, Doug Breen offers spring cleaning tips for getting your horse farm into shape so it can look it’s best once the snow melts.

Should a Horse’s Coffin Bones be Parallel to the Ground?

Find out which angle is ideal for a horse’s coffin bones, in order to provide the best distribution of load forces when the horse is in motion.
By: Susan Kauffmann

Try These Tests to Identify Asymmetry in Horse Back Riders

Rider imbalances, such as body asymmetry, can affect the way the horse feels and moves. Find out how physiotherapy can help you be a better rider.
By: Alison Barr

14 Tips to Safely Navigate the Horse Show Warm Up Ring

The horse show warm up ring is not for the faint of heart, particularly if you mostly train alone or in a small group. Learn how to make the most of it.
By: Lindsay Grice

How to Teach your Horse to Come to you When you Call

Teaching your horse to come when you call is not only a practical tool, it’s a fun ‘trick’ you can show off when your horse is at liberty.
By: Jason Irwin

How to Cultivate Confidence After a Horseback Riding Accident

Being nervous to ride your horse sometimes is normal, but what can you do to get past it? Anne Gage offers advice on regaining your confidence.
By: Anne Gage

Relational Horsemanship with Josh Nichol: The Power of Intention

Josh Nichol discusses the power of “intention” in horse training, and why it’s so important to be clear about what you want from, and for, your horse.
By: Josh Nichol

EMDR Therapy is a Surprising Tool for Equestrian Accident Recovery

EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy) can help equestrians recover mentally from riding accidents and other scares.
By: Megan Pinfield

Get Expert Tips for Feeding a Horse with Equine Asthma

Horses with respiratory issues can be triggered by environmental factors, but also by dusty or moldy hay. Find out how to avoid exacerbating their symptoms.
By: Shannon Pratt-Phillips, Ph.D.

I Think My Horse Might Have Laminitis, What Should I do?

At some point, most horse owners are bound to encounter laminitis, a common lameness issue that affects horses of all ages. The source of severe pain and pressure is inflammation around the coffin bone in the horse’s hoof. The location …

By: Grayson Ross and Erika Driedger

An Inspirational Tale of Love, Loss and Life with Horses

An abiding love of horses has sustained Anne Wood throughout a lifetime of tragedy and loss, and made her into a resilient person, full of gratitude.
By: Amy Harris

Billy the Therapy Horse Brings Comfort to Palliative Care Patients

A therapy horse named Billy is a regular visitor at the Provincial Palliative Care Centre in P.E.I., where he gives comfort to patients in their final days
By: Nicole Kitchener

A Horse’s Horrific Injury Leads to Unexpected New Beginnings

An injury in the paddock leaves a promising young mare’s future in question, and demands intensive aftercare from her dedicated owner.
By: Nicole Kitchener

The King and I: Lessons Learned from a Wild Stallion

How an aging, ailing wild stallion rescued from the rangeland in Nevada changed one woman’s perspective on horse training and on life.
By: Susan Kauffmann
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