Resistance to anthelmintic medications is forcing horse owners to revaluate their deworming practices, by developing targeted treatment plans.
Nicole Walker inherited the horse gene from her grandfather, Frank Stronach. She’ll be cheering on Stronach’s Delta Prince in the Ricoh Woodbine Mile.
Equine nutritionist Shannon Pratt-Phillips helps horse owners develop a plan to help overweight horses get healthy, by eating less and moving more.
Jan Stephens explains that in the equine world, horse show stewards identify three major areas of abuse: physical, emotional, and chemical.
Sometimes, whether you intend to or not, you end up becoming involved in barn politics. Try these tips to ensure a peaceful, drama-free environment.
A registered not-for-profit, Spirit Horse NL is based in Portugal Cove, Newfoundland, and stands for Supporting Peers In Recovery-based Interactive Therapy.
Nutrition affects every aspect of equine health. As such, nutrition has a profound impact on the soundness and usefulness of the horse.
If your horse tends to have a hollowed back, it can indicate weakness through the abdominals and lack of engagement. Here are some targeted exercises.
No horse is immune to arthritis, a debilitating condition caused by repetitive wear and tear, but modern treatments can help prolong comfort and soundness.
Josh Nichol shows us that the type of horse you are training will determine how to use the round pen in a meaningful way that will help them trust and learn
Core strength is particularly important for horseback riders. It keeps us centered over our horses during spooks, trips or other quick movements.
With a foot in both the show and racing worlds, Stacey Krembil has been a powerful advocate for the Thoroughbred and has a favourite in the Breeders Stakes.
How often a horse’s feet should be trimmed depends on a number of factors, but there are some general rules of thumb. Find out what will work for your horse
In a continuing effort to support the aftercare of retired Thoroughbred racehorses the Jockey Club has implemented a Report of Mares Bred fee.
Trainer Lindsay Grice explains why it’s important for horseback riders to keep their heels down in the stirrups, and how to maintain the position.
