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Do Horses Learn by Watching Each Other?

A behavior expert explains how research has recently proven that horses can learn from the examples of others. | MORE

 

BCS: What Body Condition Scores Mean

With this 9-point scale developed by Don Henneke, PhD, there's no need to guess about a horse's weight losses and gains. | MORE

 

Birdcatcher Spots Explained

An equine genetic expert explains more about these unusual white coat markings. | MORE

 

Do Horses Get Headaches?

A veterinarian explains the reasons a horse's head might hurt, but why it may be impossible to tell when it does. | MORE

 

Reducing the Risk of Injection-Related Infections

Infections at injection sites are rare, but your veterinarian will still take steps to avoid them. | MORE

 

How to Interpret Your Horse’s Head Bobs

How a horse's head bobs up and down can be an important clue to lameness. Here's how to read what you see. | MORE

 

Organize your Grooming Tools

Frigid winter weather may limit your riding, but you can put your “downtime” to good use by organizing and upgrading your grooming kit. Here are some basic steps for an overhaul that will make your daily chores a little easier. | MORE

 

What Ammonia Smells Mean

A whiff of this acrid odor in your horse's stall can mean his lungs are being damaged by the noxious gas. | MORE

 

What the Color of Your Horse’s Gums Can Tell You

From salmon pink to brick red, here's what the color of a horse's gums reveals about his health. | MORE

 

Preparing Your Barn and Horses for Winter

Whether the season brings cold, snow or mud, take these steps to ensure the well being of your horses and their environment. | MORE

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