Researchers from the University of Bristol aimed to understand some of the ethical issues UK equine sports medicine vets are facing. A survey was taken by 97 vets, with questions on topics including conflicts of interest, pressure from owners, duties and obligations for vets set out by sport governing bodies and treatments and procedures used…
The Andrew Ryback Photography and The Plaid Horse Higher Learning Scholarship is returning in 2025. Over the past years, the scholarship has awarded over $27,500 to students pursuing higher education. The scholarship is open to high school seniors graduating in 2025 and all current college and trade school students. Find out more!
Just came across another scholarship opportunity for horse lovers. The goal of the Dude Ranch Foundation Scholarship Program is to support the dude ranching industry and the future of dude ranching by providing financial assistance and encouragement to students pursuing an educational program that will lead to a career of benefit to them and the…
A study found that furry Yakutian horses survive in consistent -40 degree C temps by shutting down for short periods in a way similar to bears.
Researchers have shown that high-level dressage judges had a tendency to give higher scores to horses competing with the head further behind the vertical.
Spatial recognition has to do with training your eye, and conditioning yourself to measure distances and lines. How can riders improve their spatial recognition off the horse?
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.