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Working with horses a family tradition

CFIA confirms new EU horse meat rules

New European rules may hinder Canadian horse meat exports

Building saddles for females
Edmonton centre drops horse racing

Simple tests ensure horse is well hydrated
Year round requirement | While dehydration normally occurs in summer, horses can also lack sufficient water in winter
Many people recognize the need to make sure animals get enough water during summer. The rodeo and show season highlights that need for horses. Julia Montgomery, assistant professor in large animal clinical sciences at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon, said horse owners can use two simple tests, the capillary refill and the […] Read more
Trainer uses gentle touch to earn horse’s respect
Body language key | Trainer uses round pen to build relationship between horse and rider
RED DEER — The most important message from Russ Krachun’s horse training clinics isn’t about hand position or leg aids — it’s love. “Everything comes from your heart,” said Krachun, one of three trainers who competed in the trainers’ challenge at the Mane Event horse expo and show in Red Deer. “If you want to […] Read more
Get the skinny before you own with pre-buy exam
Exam starts at $400 | Horse examiner determines soundness and serviceability
Buying a horse is a lot like buying a used car, says a senior clinician at the University of Saskatchewan’s Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon. “The one thing in the horse world they always talk about is buyer beware,” said Sue Ashburner of the college’s equine field service. “When people are buying horses […] Read more
Saddle fit becoming priority

Vaccination programs best if individualized
Tetanus tops recommended vaccines | A drop in vaccinations for West Nile Virus increases danger of epidemic, warns expert
Spring vaccination appointments for horses are one of Dr. Ashley Whitehead’s favourite times. It’s a quiet chance to look over a horse, chat with the owner about problems and do a physical examination as part of a preventive medicine package. “We’re not dealing with fire en-gine medicine,” said Whitehead, an instructor in large animal internal […] Read more