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Horse running in pasture with cattle in background
September 20, 2011

Horse and Pony Breeds Unique to Australia

Regarded as excellent saddle horses, Walers were bred and exported in large numbers, chiefly as cavalry horses. Read more
Horse after intense exercise
September 14, 2011

Osteochondrosis and Racing Performance in Standardbred Horses

Osteochondrosis is a common developmental orthopedic disease affecting various breeds including Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds. How OC affects future Read more
Tacking up western horse
September 08, 2011

Trail Riding Safety: Avoid an Assault on Yourself and Your Horse

No one wants to think about being attacked while on horseback, but in reality, remote trails are perfect places Read more
Show jumper clearing fence
September 07, 2011

World Equestrian Games Had a Major Economic Impact

Figures showed a total economic impact of greater than $200 million from the event. Read more
Chestnut horse galloping at liberty in arena
August 29, 2011

Good Footing is Important for Horse Arenas

If you’ve ever ridden in an arena that was too dusty, too wet, too hard, too deep, or too Read more
Performing a flexion test on a horse's hind leg
August 15, 2011

Evaluating a Prospective Horse for Purchase

Looking for the perfect horse to purchase can be a long process that should not be rushed. Read more
Two girls with a horse
August 02, 2011

Considerations in Buying a Horse

The process of buying a horse should not be rushed because you need to find the right horse for Read more
Racehorse exercising on track
July 26, 2011

Australian Horse Racing Statistics

Horse racing constitutes the third largest industry in Australia. Race meets are conducted by 391 clubs at 364 tracks Read more
Foal laying down in grass
July 11, 2011

Name That Quarter Horse!

Your new Quarter Horse foal that everyone has been calling “Doofus” needs an official registered name. What’s allowed? What’s not allowed? Read more
Racehorse exercising on track
June 02, 2011

Bone Chips and Racing Potential in Horses

Bone chips are a fairly common finding on radiographs of yearling Thoroughbreds aimed for racing careers. In a study Read more
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