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Horse General
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Strong Veterinary Services Needed to Ensure Biosecurity
Rising instability together with weak veterinary services pose a threat to world security and OIE Director General Bernard Vallat urges BWC Members to strengthen Veterinary Services as key players for animal health surveillance, response and biosafety.
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Study Using Remote Controlled Cars Creates Horse Training Controversy
Findings of Australian researchers using a remote control car to mimic the actions of a trainer suggest that two techniques in Monty Robertsâ training apply emotional pressure to horses, and their response is based on their natural instincts related t
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Equine Extravaganza Rags to Riches Prizes Awarded
A Home for Every Horse partners W.F. Young, Inc. and Purina Animal Nutrition presented prizes to Caitlin Schoemmell, winner of the Rags to Riches competition with her horse How Do You Like Me Now, and to the rescue of her choice, the United States Equine
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Thank a Therapeutic Riding Program this Holiday Season
The idea of therapeutic riding dates back to ancient Greece where it was employed to rehabilitate injured warriors. The old idea of "getting back on the horse" is a time proven concept. The value of therapeutic riding has also been long understood in Euro
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New FEI Helmet Rules Effective 1/1/2013
Starting 1 January 2013, the use of a properly fastened Protective Headgear will be mandatory while riding on the show grounds.(article 140.1, General Regulations).
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American Morgan Horse Association Announces 2012 Award Recipients
The American Morgan Horse Association (AMHA) Awards Committee is pleased to announce the following individuals will be recognized at the AMHA annual convention, which will take place February 21-23, 2013 in Portland, Oregon, at The Benson Hotel.
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Enjoying Riding Your Horse in Winter by Being Well Prepared
Living in colder areas of the country brings special challenges for winter horse back riding, especially in areas where snow and ice take over for a few months each year. That doesn't mean that anyone should stop riding simply because of the forces of
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Announcing Free Animal Alert Card Courtesy of Pure Spanish Horse Foundation
The holiday season is chaotic and reminds us of what we treasure most. We treasure our family, friends, and animals. The Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse wants you to remember your animal loved ones this holiday season. The Foundation presents the An
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AHC Show Focuses on Communication Between Horse and Rider
The Kentucky Round-Up, hosted by the Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) on February 2, 2013 at the Kentucky Horse Park, highlights the need for effective communication between horse and rider through focused demonstrations. Presenting clinicians, Linda Starne
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California Horse Rescuers Need Help Now
A Chino Hills non-profit facility taking care of a large group of rescue horses is asking the public for help to avoid having to close its doors.