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Horses in the City

CARD (Community Association for Riding for Disabled),  Liberty Horses and the Toronto Mounted Police invite you to be amazed and delighted by the intelligent and generous talents of our huge, co-operative animals.

Equestrians, philanthropists, creative urban kids and inquisitive adults …

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Happy Mouth Bits Recall

English Riding Supply has issued a recall of eight models Happy Mouth of wire mouth bits. Anyone who has purchased one of these bits should discontinue use and be aware that it is illegal to sell or attempt to sell …

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OVC Celebrates 150 Years

The Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) will celebrate 150 years of commitment to animal health and wellness this year. To mark the occasion, OVC is planning exciting anniversary events, including the grand opening of the Equine Sports Medicine and Reproduction Centre …

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World Renowned RCMP Musical Ride Coming to The Blue Mountains

Beaver Valley Outreach and Cedar Run Horse Park are thrilled to be bringing one of Canada’s most recognized icons, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Musical Ride to The Blue Mountains as part of the Cedar Run Rodeo Weekend August …

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In Memoriam: Patrick McCarthy

Patrick McCarthy, a well-known farrier, passed away at home in Holland Landing, Ontario, on Thursday February 9th, at the age of 55.

McCarthy leaves behind his loving wife Donna, of 35 years, and their sons Scott and his wife Kristin, …

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Undercover Investigation of Quebec Slaughterhouse

Video footage and photos of troubling practices at a Quebec slaughterhouse have been released today by the Canadian Horse Defence Coalition (CHDC). Captured by an anonymous source at Les Viandes de la Petite-Nation Inc. in St. Andre-Avellin, Quebec, the footage …

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Ban on US Horsemeat Inspection Lifted

The US Congress has lifted a ban on using Federal funds for horse meat inspection, paving the way for horses to again be slaughtered in the U.S. for human consumption. Animal rights groups are protesting the decision.

In 2006, activists, …

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Spruce Meadows to Salute Hickstead

Spruce Meadows invites fans of the great champion Hickstead to pay tribute to the recently departed stallion at Spruce Meadows beginning Tuesday, November 8th through November 13, 2011.

In response to the tragic and untimely passing of Hickstead on November …

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Opening Weekend of the 89th Royal Horse Show

The Honourable David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, officially opened the 89th Royal Agricultural Winter Fair this morning, and with it, the prestigious Royal Horse Show at the Ricoh Coliseum.

The action begins tonight with the initial rounds of …

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Seeking True Horse Stories

Do you have a fantastic, unbelievable or touching horse story to share? Send it and a photo to us for a chance to be published in the 2012 Canadian Horse Annual.
Please send a maximum of 800 words and a …

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Seeking True Horse Stories

Do you have a fantastic, unbelievable or touching horse story to share? Send it and a photo to us for a chance to be published in the 2012 Canadian Horse Annual. Please send a maximum of 800 words and a …

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Equine Canada Settles with Provinces

The Joint Steering Committee (JSC), comprised of representatives of Equine Canada, provinces/territories participating in Equine Canada programs, and non-participating provinces and territories, has concluded negotiations and has reached agreement on roles, governance structure and finance. This agreement will enable Equine …

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World Championship Blacksmiths’ Competition

Iain Ritchie learned at the forge of a true master – a seventh-generation farrier who kept the Ritchie family’s horses on solid footing east of Edinburgh, Scotland.

And if Ritchie didn’t appreciate the tradition, the honour, or the pride involved …

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FEI Inquiry into Training Practices at the World Reining Final

The FEI is continuing its inquiry into allegations that breaches of its Rules and Regulations occurred during training sessions at the FEI World Reining Final in Bökebergs Gård (SWE) on 20 May 2011.

Findings from the inquiry, which was launched …