Horses have the ability to think and plan ahead and are far more intelligent than scientists previously thought, according to a study that analyzed the animal’s responses to a reward-based game. The horses cannily adapted their approach to the game to get the most treats – while making the least effort.
Equine Guelph is offering their On-Demand Horse Behaviour and Safety course for free from Jan. 1 – Mar. 31, 2025 to youth who love horses around the globe. This evidence-based course is designed specifically for young horse enthusiasts aged 13 – 17, providing them with essential knowledge and skills to ensure their safety and deepen…
Concerns over equine welfare surrounding the 2024 Paris Olympic Games have led people to scrutinize horse sports closely. But a leading equitation scientist says riders and trainers can seize this opportunity to show the world change is possible.
A peer-reviewed study found blindfolded horses took longer to leave their stalls and were harder to lead than those without blindfolds.
Equine companionship is built upon a foundation of trust and care. Yet, maintaining a horse’s trust can be challenging, especially when a past event has left the animal with behaviors mirroring what’s diagnosed as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in humans.
Music appears to be a promising tool for managing horses’ stress, although its benefits may diminish with repeated exposure. A study aimed to determine whether music could mitigate horses’ reactions to unexpected stimuli and whether playing the same music daily reduces its effectiveness.
How cool is this? The University of Montana is offering a Wilderness Pack Trip course, a two-credit, five-day political science class offered over the summer that takes Ss across the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex on horseback.
Purina Animal Nutrition Center is looking for a full-time summer intern for the equine research unit. The equine research unit at the Purina Animal Nutrition Center conducts research focused on four main areas of physiology: exercise, growth and development, palatability and eating behavior, and digestive physiology and the microbiome.
The Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association (OHHA) offers the inaugural Future Equine Career Scholarship to OHHA members and their families. Completed applications are due Wednesday, Dec. 18. The scholarship will be awarded to an applicant pursuing a career specifically in the equine industry. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and currently enrolled in…
When someone mentions a specific horse breed or coat colour, we might expect certain behavioural traits or personality quirks, but which of these are based in fact?