Most horse owners appreciate the sight of a well-muscled horse, along with the time and effort riders or trainers must commit to helping that animal fill out. But chances are, fewer owners consider ...

Editor's note: This article is part of TheHorse.com's ongoing coverage of topics presented at the 2012 International Society of Equitation Science conference, held July 18-20 in Edinburgh, Scotland.

HAMILTON — In changing her career from high-stress critical care, trauma, and flight nursing throughout the United States, a Stevensville resident and horse enthusiast is focusing on equine massage.

If a horse has a big wound, you can immediately see a hole and take appropriate action. If a horse has muscle pain, it is more difficult to detect and therefore start appropriate treatment. Humans are ...

Equine muscle glycogen stores require sufficient time for post-exercise repletion. Repletion cannot be hastened in any way other than rest. If the diet is normal and the horse consumes the feed ...

SNOHOMISH — Imagine being on all fours, then trying to bring your head to your left foot while it stays planted. For a bipedal species, only the most flexible may be able to do it. For steeds, it’s ...