There are some diseases that can be transmitted from horses to humans. Diseases that are communicable between animals and humans are called zoonotic.

For the first time since its inception, the World Stem Cell Summit (WSCS) welcomed the equestrian community to a special, 12th annual conference

He is fed a well-known commercial brand’s senior feed. But, because he is old, and has some arthritis, I want to offer him a little more nutritional support

“Effects of Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy on Post-Traumatic Stress Symptoms in Youth” were recently published in the peer-review Journal of Child and Family Studies.

University of Guelph’s Dr. Katrina Merkies recently led a study, funded by the Horses and Humans Research Foundation, which asked: “Can horses distinguish between neurotypical and mentally traumatized humans?”

The name navicular syndrome recognizes that this diagnosis encompasses a collection of problems and often doesn’t involve the navicular bone at all.

Every horse is an individual, it’s best to discuss your animal’s specific needs and your region’s specific requirements for vaccines with your veterinarian.

Equine-assisted therapy has become an increasingly popular complementary mental health treatment approach

In order to fix resistance issues in your horse, you must become a detective, in order to discover the cause of the problem.

Andy Spencer says every day is a happy day for his daughter with special needs, 10-year-old Cora, a rider at Guelph, Ontario’s Sunrise Therapeutic Riding and Learning Centre.

Instructor Tiffany Mast describes Cora Spencer as “fun, outgoing and energetic,” while …

Redemption Ride is a 30-day trainers’ challenge that partners four horses with four of Ontario’s best up and coming equine trainers.

A horse will likely need medication at some point – to battle illness, for first aid, or for sedation for uncomfortable procedures such as teeth floating.

Note: Absolutely no therapy should be undertaken without prior veterinary advice. Nor should a therapy ever replace traditional veterinary care.

Olds College is Launching in fall 2018, Equine Reproduction Technician (ERT) certificate program. Dedicated to equine reproduction.

Yogi Fell of Granville, P.E.I., is Horse Canada’s first-ever Hero of the Horse award winner. Fell has been helping horses and humans for over 30 years.