How to Reduce the Carbon Footprint of an Equestrian Event (2026 Guide)
Practical ways to reduce waste, water use, transport emissions, and energy demand at horse shows while protecting horse welfare and event safety.
Caring for Your Horse
Practical, welfare-first guidance for caring for horses through every season and stage of life. Find clear advice on feeding and forage, hydration, grooming, hoof care, exercise, behavior, winter management, stable routines, and recognizing when a veterinarian or qualified professional should be involved. Start with our guides to safe stable time, hay quality and forage safety, equine digestion, cold-weather care, and horse lifespan and aging.
Wearable Technology for Horses: What It Can—and Cannot—Tell You
A practical guide to equine wearable technology, including heart-rate and movement data, lameness limitations, safe fitting, and when to call a veterinarian.
Do Horses Mimic Human Behavior? What Research and Training Tell Us
Do horses copy human behavior or react to our cues? Learn what equine research suggests about body language, emotional arousal, learned responses, and safe training.
Equine Problem-Solving Abilities: Are Horses Smarter Than We Think?
Cognitive Abilities of Horses Horses have demonstrated an ability to learn through experience, recognize patterns, and even use tools to solve problems. Studies have shown that horses can: Open gates and latches: Many horse owners have witnessed their animals figuring out how to manipulate stall latches, showing an understanding of cause and effect. Find food … Read more
The Impact of Social Isolation on Horses: Signs, Risks, and Safer Management
Learn how social isolation can affect horse behavior and welfare, what warning signs to watch for, and how to provide safer companionship and enrichment.
Decoding Your Horse’s Emotional Expressions
Horses are highly expressive animals, communicating their emotions through body language, facial expressions, and vocalizations. Understanding these cues can enhance your relationship with your horse, improve training outcomes, and ensure their well-being. Here’s a guide to help you interpret your horse’s emotional expressions more accurately. 1. Facial Expressions: The Window to a Horse’s Mind Just … Read more
The Rise of Inclusive Equestrian Sports for Riders with Disabilities
Explore inclusive and para-equestrian sport, from recreational riding to competition, and learn how accessibility, classification, and support help riders participate safely.
Preparing a Horse for Long-Distance Endurance Rides
Getting a Horse Ready for Extended Endurance Rides One of the most difficult equestrian sports is endurance riding, which calls on horses to travel great distances over a variety of terrain while remaining healthy and strong. For your horse to succeed and be healthy throughout these difficult competitions, planning is crucial. From fitness training to … Read more
How to Build Mental Resilience in Competitive Horses: 2026 Welfare-First Guide
A practical 2026 guide to building a competition horse’s coping skills through gradual exposure, clear training, physical comfort, recovery, and welfare-first management.
Horse Shedding Season: Coat Changes, Grooming, and Care (2026 Guide)
Learn how daylight, grooming, nutrition, skin checks, and veterinary guidance affect seasonal horse shedding and coat care.
Equine Hydration in Winter: Preventing Dehydration in Cold Climates
Learn how to keep horses drinking safely in winter, prevent frozen water access, recognize dehydration and colic warning signs, and build a practical daily hydration routine.
The Hidden Dangers of Overfeeding Treats to Horses
The Hidden Dangers of Overfeeding Treats to Horses Treats are one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to bond with a horse. From rewarding good behaviour to showing affection, they have become a staple in horse care. However, overfeeding treats—or feeding the wrong kinds—can lead to serious health and behavioural consequences that many horse … Read more