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Senior Horse Education Month Features Arthritis and Pain Recognition

Senior Horse Education Month Features Arthritis and Pain Recognition

Posted in Equestrian News, Home Page articles, horse-health, Reviews

Fletcher Trailers officially opened the doors to its new location in Scotland, Ontario on January 3rd, 2024. They offer a large selection of in-stock horse trailers including horse trailers with living quarters, gooseneck trailers, bumper pull trailers, and livestock trailers. They also carry quality used horse trailers, all sold in excellent condition.

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Is My Horse In Pain? How Veterinarians Assess Equine Pain

Is My Horse In Pain? How Veterinarians Assess Equine Pain

Posted in Equestrian News, Home Page articles, horse-health

Pain in horses is an uncomfortable sensory and emotional experience resulting from tissue damage or the anticipation of tissue damage. It can stem from a variety of causes, such as injuries, diseases, or surgical procedures.

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Rethinking Horse Sport: The Hidden Carbon Cost of Equestrian Events Revealed

Rethinking Horse Sport: The Hidden Carbon Cost of Equestrian Events Revealed

Posted in Equestrian News, Home Page articles, horse-health

At the 19th International Society for Equitation Science Conference, Iris Huisman from Wageningen University in the Netherlands presented research on the significant environmental impacts of sport horses, focusing on greenhouse gas emissions and their lifecycle footprint.

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5 Common Horse Diseases: The Latest Info From an Equine Veterinarian

5 Common Horse Diseases: The Latest Info From an Equine Veterinarian

Posted in Equestrian News, Home Page articles, horse-health

Horses are susceptible to many common illnesses and injuries that can impact their well being, performance, and longevity. Understanding common horse diseases is fundamental for everyone involved in equine care, as early recognition of the symptoms of disease can lead to better outcomes.

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UK study sheds new light on horse rider falls

UK study sheds new light on horse rider falls

Posted in Home Page articles, horse-health

CAMBRIDGE, UK – 4 JULY 2024 – Since horse riding is considered anecdotally to be a ‘dangerous sport’ globally, Dr David Marlin and Dr Jane Williams have undertaken a first-of-its-kind study in the UK to investigate the common factors surrounding rider falls, and, crucially, how the risk of falling and injury can be reduced.

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Franklin Equine Massage Therapy Helps Heal Your Horse

Franklin Equine Massage Therapy Helps Heal Your Horse

Posted in Equestrian News, Home Page articles, horse-health

Rachel Franklin started her business, Franklin Equine Massage Therapy, in June of 2018 while she was finishing her first year at D'Arcy Lane Institute.

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Global changes and local solutions featured at ANCC 2024 in Winnipeg

Global changes and local solutions featured at ANCC 2024 in Winnipeg

Posted in Home Page articles, horse-health

April 11, 2024 Ottawa, ONTARIO — What impact will global changes have on Canada’s feed industry? How can local solutions help the sector thrive? How can the feed industry address animal nutrition and feed security to build the sector of tomorrow?

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A Look Back at 20 Years of Equine Education and Research

A Look Back at 20 Years of Equine Education and Research

Posted in Equestrian News, Home Page articles, horse-health

For the past 20 years, equine education and research has been a prominent part of the University of Guelph’s (U of G) programming, providing quality education to thousands of students worldwide. At the forefront stands Equine Guelph, U of G’s hub for all equine-related education and research.

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Burwash Equine Hosts A First Of Its Kind Event

Burwash Equine Hosts A First Of Its Kind Event

Posted in Equestrian News, Home Page articles, horse-health

COCHRANE, AB  – Burwash Equine Services (Burwash Equine) recently hosted 60 veterinary students and vet tech students from across Canada at an event appropriately called Spotlight: Equine Vet Practice in Canada (Spotlight), an industry-leading weekend conference that highlights the positives of a career in Equine medicine.

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2024 - The Winter of the Hay Belly

2024 - The Winter of the Hay Belly

Posted in Equestrian News, Home Page articles, horse-health, Reviews

My horse looks fat! But when I check his Body Condition Score, he is under 6: I can easily feel his ribs and there are little to no fat deposits along his neck, withers, shoulders, back or tail head. 

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