Horseback riding is a fun and rewarding activity. So, allow the child enjoy their riding experience as they learn the basics of the sport before their introduction to the competitive aspect of the sport. As a parent, do not live your dreams to ride through your child’s life experiences.
Continue reading …… his work on the genetic basis of muscle physiology and motor coordination in horses. This has led to insights into how their genes affect their gait.
Continue reading …Laminitis is one of the most common reasons why horse owners seek veterinary advice. The disease has many causes and the most widespread form of laminitis is associated with obesity, metabolic disease and the feeding of high-energy diets.
Continue reading …The continuing education courses are open to veterinarians, owners, breeders, trainers, stallion handlers, vet techs, behavior specialists, and vet students and residents.
Continue reading …If you think dressage is just for English riders, think again!
Continue reading …Your horse is a grazing animal; he needs access to grass or hay all the time, all day and all night. Left with an empty stomach, the horse may develop ulcers, be prone to colic, experience laminitis or its relapse, and exhibit sensitive, irritable behavior.
Continue reading …The morning will start with a panel of top competitors from WEG disciplines, including endurance rider Meg Sleeper, combined driving/dressage rider Sara Schmitt, reiner Matthew Palmer, and eventer Carol Kozlowski, with another rider to be announced from jumping. They will discuss their beginnings, ways for interested riders to get started in their disciplines, trials and tribulations of competing at an elite level, and of course they will be open to questions from the audience.
Continue reading …Traveling Vets One Step Closer to Having Ability to Administer Controlled Substances Without Legal Ramifications
Continue reading …The former Olympic eventer said: “Should we be considering a real market for horsemeat and would that reduce the number of welfare cases, if there was a real value in the horsemeat sector? I chuck that out for what it’s worth because I think it needs a debate.”
Continue reading …As the temperature plummets in many parts of the country, The Humane Society of the United States sees a marked increase in the number of complaints about dogs and cats who have been left outside with no food or shelter.
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