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Sorrel Colts in Pasture
March 19, 2015

Horse Vocalizations Carry Specific Social Information

Researchers at the Laboratory of Animal and Human Ethology in France studied equine vocalizations and concluded that horses can Read more
Foal running in pasture
March 18, 2015

Do You Know Your Horse’s Pedigree?

Breed associations remain the most reliable sources of pedigree information. Read more
Close-up of black stallion head
March 17, 2015

Spermatozoa Statistics in Stallions

On average, only about 0.0006% of sperm survive the trip to the mare’s oviduct. Read more
Carrots
March 12, 2015

Feeding Treats or Snacks to Horses: Moderation Is Key

Feeding an animal is an important social factor due to the human-animal relationship, and the survey also shows that Read more
Show jumper over fence
March 11, 2015

Why Does Horse Sweat Appear Foamy?

A horse’s sweat can appear lathery or foamy because it contains latherin, a substance not found in human perspiration. Read more
Paint horse foal running in pasture
March 09, 2015

Horse Photos: Make Them Great!

You’re thinking about selling your horse, and you need a photo that makes him look fabulous. After half an Read more
Horse wading in pond
March 05, 2015

Using Ponds as Water Sources for Horses

Though using a pond in a horse's pasture is a common way to provide water, using this type of Read more
Acorns on branch
March 04, 2015

Grazing and Browsing in Miranda Donkeys

Goats are sometimes used to clear brushy areas as they browse on shrubs and woody plants. Donkeys, though they Read more
Horses in pasture with fall leaves
March 03, 2015

What is a Coon-Tailed Horse?

A horse with a white patch at the root of its tail is known as a coon-tailed horse. Read more
Icelandic horses running in field
March 02, 2015

Control of Feral Horses in Australia: Repellents

Australia has a very large feral horse population—well over 400,000—and these animals are blamed for degrading the environment, eating grass Read more
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