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Aging the Horse (or Not)

In 1885, Dr. Sydney Galvayne, born in Australia, but an adopted son of Ireland, published a book. [caption id="attachment_17487" align="alignright" width="136"] Dr. Sydney Galvayne, 1846–1913, before he got too long...

Horse Health Myths and Legends

We can all think of at least one old horse care myth that has been debunked but continues to this day. One of the most persistent is that fructan causes...

Horses and the Heat: Fact vs. Fiction

Working horses in summer heat creates some significant welfare issues with consequences as severe as death. Research has provided some very valuable information but despite this there are still many...