Equine genome sequencing shows similarity to human genome.
An international research team has found that the genome of the domestic horse, Equus caballus, has a structure remarkably similar to our own genome. The paper, “”Genome Sequence, Comparative Analysis, and Population Genetics of the Domestic Horse,” will be published in the Nov. 6 issue of the journal Science.” It is the first published report [...]
Do horse suffer from work-related burnout?
Most of the horses I see lead pretty good lives. They work an hour or so 4-6 times per week and are pampered with supplements, massages, and cozy blankets. They have plenty to eat and are kept in plush accommodations.
There jobs may seem easy to us, who have to put up with work related stress [...]
Which equestrian helmets are the safest?
Yesterday I talked about the importance of regularly replacing your helmet since the protective materials degrade over time. Today, I’m going to address the issue of safety testing.
Once you’ve made the decision to buy a new helmet, you probably want to know which helmets offer the most protection. An absolute answer is harder to come [...]
When was the last time you bought a new helmet?
Helmets are perishable. They look pretty rugged but after a few years they start to deteriorate. You wear them (hopefully) every time you ride and they get hot and sweaty. You might leave one in the trunk of your car where it’s baked by the sun, or maybe you’ve dropped your helmet on the barn [...]
Now that’s a beautifully braided mane
When I used to event I always used to braid my horse’s mane with button braids. My horse at the time, Bogie, had a thick neck and the braids just complemented him. Plus, they were quick and easy. I would braid him when we got to the event so he looked neat.
However, the braiding jobs [...]
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