A recent French study seems to verify what many old-time horsemen have long believed: that horses can smell fear in humans, ...

Horses’ behaviour is influenced by the smell of human fear, reveals new research. Mares and stallions exposed to the scent exhibited higher levels of fearful behaviour themselves – and were less ...

Incorporation of unstable surfaces, such as balance pads, to an equine rehabilitation plan has been proposed to challenge a horse’s core strength, improve neuromuscular control, and improve balance.

New genetic research reveals wild horses consume 40-50% non-grass vegetation, demonstrating remarkable dietary adaptability ...

When a horse suffers nephrosplenic entrapment, a specific type of displacement colic, the risk of it happening again can be ...

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicinal practice that involves inserting very thin sterile needles into specific ...

Equine piroplasmosis can be difficult to diagnose due to the variable and non-specific clinical signs exhibited by infected horses. Further complicating testing, false positive and false negative ...

Lesson horses are the heart of equestrian education. They teach beginners how to ride, help build confidence, and often serve as the first connection between people and horses. For many riders, these ...

The United States Department of Agriculture National Animal Health Monitoring System will launch a new equine health study in May, the American Horse Council said April. 6. The study, called "Equine ...

WASHINGTON – A study that many in the Tennessee Walking Horse industry cite as supporting their opposition to new federal anti-soring legislation came under severe criticism from the industry when it ...

An international horse park in Aiken? It’s feasible ... but probably won’t take shape without a major investment and lots of private-sector money. Those were among the findings of a feasibility study ...