The horse industry has a wonderful story to tell in terms of its positive economic impact on local, state, and national economies, job creation, equine therapy, equine rescue & sanctuaries, the racing sector, and land management. Lawmakers are eager to understand more about the industry and its benefits, and it is important that they receive responsible, comprehensive information in order to make decision impacting the horse industry.
Continue reading …What do Slovenia and Denmark have in common? Not only are the European countries rich in historic culture, but they will also be the locations where AQHA International will host technical educational seminars on artificial insemination with frozen semen.
Continue reading …Do you know the degree of blanket warmth your horse may need and when? Refer to this easy-to-reference chart to help as a guide. But keep in mind, a 50° winter day will feel much different to a Miami horse vs. a Milwaukee horse, so blanket accordingly as needed.
Continue reading …An opportunity to take a break from your beloved horses and horse farm for the holidays probably doesn’t pop up very often, but when it does the decision to step away from home is often fraught with anxiety. When horse owners contemplate relinquishing control over their precious equines’ care and custody to others, for even a limited period of time, it is inevitable that a certain amount of apprehension will exist.
Continue reading …Recognizing and monitoring chronic pain in horses can be difficult, but researchers at Utrecht University are developing a tool that could make this easier for both horse owners and veterinarians. Learn more in this month’s episode of Morris Animal Foundation’s Fresh Scoop podcast, available now for streaming and download. Host Dr. Kelly Diehl, the Foundation’s Senior Director of […]
Continue reading …Most infants with cerebral palsy are spastic, and their posture is unnatural due to abnormal muscle tension, and basic activities such as walking and balance are difficult. Recently, the effectiveness of rehabilitation treatment riding horses has been gradually recognized, but the specific mechanism has not been understood.
Continue reading …The American Quarter Horse Association is proud to announce that exhibitors can now file a Medication Report Form online beginning at the 2021 Farnam AQHA World Championship Show and AQHA Select World Championship Show, presented by Adequan® (polysulfated glycosaminoglycan); Adequan® Level 2 Championships; and Nutrena Level 1 Championships. The show is slated for October 28 – November 20 at the OKC Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City.
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