A barefoot hoof is able to function as nature intended. It is able to absorb concussion, correctly utilise the frog and soft tissues in the hoof, and spread the horse’s weight over the wall, edge of ...

My mare Audie, seems like a throwback to the 19th century, but she’s the kind of horse that equestrians of any era would ...

Cold temperatures, icy conditions and a 1,000-pound animal that is not eager to have its feet worked on – just another day at ...

The owner of two donkeys who were left to suffer owing to “well intentioned but incompetent care” has been banned from ...

In many parts of the world, especially in rural areas of developing counties, families’ livelihoods and welfare remain ...

GALWAY, NY (WRGB) — Returning home from military service can pose many challenges for veterans, and responders face similar challenges. Alliance 180 in Galway is focused on the mental wellness ...

Magistrates were told that RSPCA Inspector Ian Smith, who is part of the charity’s national equine team ... had not received adequate hoof care for a minimum period of nine months and ...

Cattle and horses have always been my passion. My parents told me my first word was “Shorshay” (horsie). As a tomboy growing up--more interested in being outdoors and working with animals than ...

If your phone is handy, take photos to share with your veterinarian and to keep track of changes over time. A runny nose isn’t likely the result of any serious condition, but you don’t want to ignore ...

Negro’s career began with a string of successes in KWPN young horse competitions ... a campaign for the Athens Olympics in 2004. But a hoof infection in 2003 brought his competition career ...