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Choosing the Right Equine Therapeutic Modality

An Explainer


There’s a huge variety of therapeutic modalities designed improve healing, help manage pain, increase range of motion, improve muscle activation, and speed up rehabilitation. How do riders choose what’s best for their horse?

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Imaging for Horses

An Inside Look


Soft tissue and skeletal injuries are of significant concern in sport horses. Fortunately, veterinary knowledge and technology are rapidly advancing to quickly and accurately diagnose and treat such issues.

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Horse Health Lines

WCVM Newsletter Archive


Take an inside look into the latest the scientific studies at the University of Saskatchewan's veterinary college, with the Western College of Veterinary Medicine's semi-annual newsletter: Horse Health Lines.

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How Does Footing Affect Fitness in Horses?


Without access to multiple riding surfaces, many horses plateau in their fitness or get stuck in a state of physical discomfort. In fact, different footings can play such a big role in any horse’s conditioning that there is an industry adage for it: there are no poor surfaces; only poor use of surfaces.


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Building a Rider Fitness Program


How to design a fitness program that can improve your stamina, endurance, muscle memory, and flexibility to benefit your riding pursuits.


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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Osteoarthritis

Keeping Our Aging Horses Sound


One of the most common conditions affecting soundness and performance lifespan of horses is osteoarthritis, with some reports suggesting 60 percent of lameness issues in horses is attributable to the disease.


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Serviceably Sound Horse

What Does It Mean?


Many horses are not totally sound, and most horse sports don’t allow lame horses to compete. Lameness generally means a horse is in pain; hence, it’s not acceptable to ride lame horses. So, what can owners and riders do?


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WeCover - Premium Fabric Roof Barns and Arenas

Builders of Custom Barns and Riding Arenas


Ontario-based WeCover Structures is building a loyal following with their custom-built fabric roof arenas and personalized service. 


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Nail the Correct Canter Lead

Every Time, Everywhere


Wrong lead! It’s one of the earliest alerts a young rider hears from her coach. Here's a look at how to teach your horse to pick up the correct lead and some hints to help the rider recognize it. 


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How to Tidy-Up Clip - Face, Bridle Path, Legs


Pulling out your clippers and doing a quick cleanup can make a world of difference when it comes to the overall turnout of your horse.

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The "Gen-ethics" of Equine Breeding

Making Ethical Decisions in the Face of Equine Genetic Diseases


Recent advances in genetic research have paved the way for more effective identification and screening of genetic diseases in the horse. With these developments come new ethical considerations with respect to breeding practices, testing, and disclosure.

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Family Farms and Ranches

Working and Playing Together


Operating family farms and ranches can be challenging, but according to these three Canadian families, there are plenty of benefits, too.

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Dogs and Horses — Man’s Best Friends


Dogs possess some of the same admirable traits as horses and complement the lifestyle of a horse person very well.

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Petey the Horse's Long Lost Friend


A surprise reunion at a horse show demonstrates the strong bond horses can form with one another.

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NEWS ROUNDUP

New Research by the Alberta Equestrian Federation Shows Significant Contribution by Equine Community


A 2021 study conducted by the Alberta Equestrian Federation (AEF) found the diverse mix of equine ownership and activities in Alberta had a significant financial impact on the province's economy.


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Manitoba Horse Council News for Autumn 2022


Horse Trials notes and upcoming Manitoba coaching dates.


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CanTRA News — Salute the Therapeutic Riding Horse


There are hundreds of horses and ponies working in CanTRA therapeutic riding programs across Canada. Without these wonderful and valued equine friends, therapeutic riding would not be able to happen in any way or form. 


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Horse Council BC News for Autumn 2022


Looking back at the equestrian events at the 2022 BC Summer Games in Prince George.


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CQHA — New Bonus Opportunity for Canadian-Bred Horses


A new bonus incentive for Canadian-bred Quarter Horses introduced in July, with nine major Canadian shows offering cash bonuses.


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