Equine

EHV-1 is a timeless disease that effects horses and camelids. Educating people about this public health threat is the best form of prevention. Read on to learn about Equine Herpes Virus-1 and how to stop the spread of this terrible disease.

The Model Equine Photo Showers Association names one of their youngest members to the status of featured artist

Feral horses and burros, exotic invasive species, degrade the environment and cost U.S. taxpayers millions of dollars each year in management. Read on to learn more.

The last truly wild horses are the critically endangered Prezwalski horses, Equus ferus przewalski. Mostly keptr in zoos, a handful live in Mongolia.

East River Equine Hospital near Richmond, Indiana, provides veterinary care for horses only. Veterinary medicine is trending towards species specialization. This high tech facility is a prime example of where vet care in the future is headed.

Summer months bring horse show season and trail riding. However, competitive and recreational riding events means horses may be transported to other locations. Here are 14 safety steps for equestrians hauling horses off-site.

An article that outlines the benefits of a natural horse calmer and how to go about choosing the best one for your horse.

This viral disease is caused by a herpes virus. Most animals infected with the virus may have a fever. Most horses will then clear the virus and are clinically normal. In many horses the fever may be the only observable clinical sign.

Veterinarians and horse owners in the U.S. and Canada grew extra concerned about Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) after several horses had the potentially fatal disease after a national horse show. What can you do to keep your horse from contracting EHV-1?

The Equine Herpesvirus or EVH-1 has been hitting parts of the United States ever since a major cutting horse show in Utah involved sick horses.

There is a myth that artificial insemination has poor results in small equine such as American Shetland ponies and American Miniature Horses. As technology has evolved, so has the practice of AI or artificial insemination.

Horses gallop into our hearts and stay forever. However, as every long-time horse owner knows, humans often outlive their horses. What are the options for dealing with the remains of a horse that has died? In most areas, three or four possibilities exist.

While horse manure encountered on the trails may not be an attractive sight, it does not pose any significant health risk to people coming across it.

Mischief found himself in trouble this past weekend, horsing around. The 14-hand horse was trapped in a backyard swimming pool in the U.K. Apparently, Mischief the horse cannot walk on water. A dozen rescue workers hauled the horse from the pool.

Horse donation provides a second career for an equine that may be past prime for competition. Trustworthy mounts become valued therapy companions in hippotherapy facilities. Before you donate a horse, however, you will want to ask these questions.

Grants for equine related theropies and sports.

Winter weather brings hard frozen ground and colder temperatures. What special hoof care do horses need in colder weather? Veteran farrier R.T. Goodrich, shared several suggestions for caring for horse hooves in winter.

Pasture boarding of horses is popular, particularly in the current challenging economy. Unlike humans, horses can live healthily outdoors in all sorts of weather. An experienced Illinois veterinarian and horseman offered five basics for winter horse care.

This article will cover those vaccinations necessary to keep your horse strong, healthy, and fun to own.

The Equus Projects and GallopNYC join together for a day of free equine and rider dance performances in Prospect Park.

A case of Contagious Equine Metritis, an infectious venereal disease that affects horses and other equids, has been found in California.

Sunkissed Acres asks for help rehabbing new equine victims of our rough economy.

I had the pleasure of visiting Safe Home Equine Rescue & Sanctuary as part of the Chatham NY Drive & Bike Open Farm Tour. Safe Home, a 140-acre equine rescue facility operated by Equine Advocates, is a shining example of how horses should be treated.

Horses love liberty. Equines at play in a pasture run and romp and buck and raise happy havoc. What happens when humans try to catch loose horses for safety, training or other purposes? Try these 10 tips for catching a loose horse.

Discover these 25 handy tips and tricks to help make grooming your horse more effective, and to keep him looking his best!

Many schooling shows offer an equine costume class. Mainly seen around Halloween time, costume classes can be a fun opportunity to get creative with your horse's costume. Here are some tips and ideas to get you started!

Online equine degrees make it possible to earn a degree in horse studies at your own pace and around your schedule.