Most horses have limited turnout and spend most time standing in stalls. Enrichment toys can help improve welfare. This study compared how different enrichments (hay feeder, activity ball, mirror) affected horse behaviour and physiology.
Lameness is one of the most often reported conditions in horses, and that previous research has suggested a high prevalence of undiagnosed lameness. This project, to investigate owners’ ability and confidence in identifying lameness, involved an online questionnaire completed by 509 people. Each was shown videos of a sound horse, those with fore- and hindlimb…
Purina Animal Nutrition and Land O’Lakes Foundation reopened their annual scholarship program. Funds from this program are designed to help students with experience in livestock production and animal stewardship pursue their passions and further their education. Applications will open March 18, 2025. Deadline to register is April 17, 2025.
Dr. Izabela Wilk and researchers at the University of Life Sciences in Berlin tested 20 adult Warmbloods that were kept in stalls to see if they could discern a poisonous plant by smell alone.
Equine Guelph is excited to announce the launch of a new online course designed specifically for youth aged 13-17 who are passionate about horses and interested in exploring careers in the horse industry. The self-paced course, Careers in the Horse World is now available for free for a limited time.
This book lets you see the world through the eyes of a horse. Scientific information presented in a cartoon format is such a creative and effective idea. Discover the rich inner world of horses, enjoy the captivating story, and learn powerful ways to ensure horse welfare. The uniqueness of the book stems from its unique…
Get your pencils, paints and craft sets out and draw on your love of equestrian to win big prizes in the new Longines League of Nations™ contest! To enter, create a piece of art based on your favourite Longines League of Nations™ horse. There’s lots of prizes up for grabs, so everyone has a chance…
Get your FREE ticket to The Online Horse Fair, running from 22 – 23 February, 2025. Over 45 world class horse experts will be sharing their knowledge, latest insights, and training in 150+ videos.
Consider the equine anatomy laying directly underneath the bridle: there are numerous nerves and muscles in horses’ heads which in turn affect many other different structures throughout the body. How do bridles affect a horse’s underlying anatomy?
If horses see barn aisles differently than we do—and they do—we need to know that in order to stay safe leading them through those aisles. Understanding the differences between equine brains and ours helps to keep us alive.