The findings suggest that riding with novice students may not necessarily be easier for horses than working with advanced ...

Brian Nielsen, a professor in the Michigan State University Department of Animal Science specializing in equine exercise physiology, started pursuing research to improve racehorse welfare when he ...

In partnership with Equitation Science International, Purdue University offers a distinctive online certificate for horse enthusiasts and professionals seeking a more informed, ethical approach to ...

A fitness plan is an important part of taking care of a horse, because when they are fit they not only perform better, but they are more likely to enjoy it, stay sound and have a longer and more ...

Would you describe your horse as lazy? There are multiple reasons why your answer might be yes. Perhaps they are lacking fitness, being fed incorrectly for their workload, or bored in their work.

Ponying is the term for leading one horse from another. The pony horse is the one you are riding; the ponied horse is the one being led. This a good way to exercise a horse you don’t have time to ride ...

A horse gets some exercise in ahead of the Gallagher Dublin Horse Show which takes place in the RDS starting Wednesday and ...