A UofG study found that blindfolding horses results in more resistance behaviours and longer leading times, but horse personality also plays a part.
Equine Ownership
The hindgut of the horse is a delicate, symbiotic ecosystem; here is some advice to keep it functioning optimally.
Preparing the young horse for its adult life can help ensure a good life and improve safety in the horse-human relationship.
A study looked at what have we learned from accident analysis to mitigate future risk and work towards safer interactions with horses.
Achieving 'lightness' requires a shift of focus away from controlling the neck and head, and more attention directed to the seat and leg.
A study looked at the cost, suitability, versatility, temperament and work ethic of retired Thoroughbreds in various equestrian disciplines.
A study in Australia looked at exercise habits and self-perceptions of fitness among dressage, eventing, and jumping riders.
A look at some of OE's forward-thinking programs, expanded coaching initiatives and newly-launched member health and dental benefits.
A presentation at the ISES conference outlined a free online curriculum to help young horsepeople better understand biosecurity measures.
Many issues - including behavioural - are a manifestation of an underlying physical problem. Here is a checklist of five possible causes.