Editor's note: This article is part of TheHorse.com's ongoing coverage of topics presented at the 2012 Kentucky Equine Research Conference, held May 17-18 in Lexington, Ky. Most horse owners ...

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Michelle, who shares life on her Texas farm as @brokeasshorsegirl, was in the middle of her usual morning routine of feeding ...

“Research into the equine microbiome and specific probiotics already has affected nutrition knowledge a lot,” Dr. Bill Vandergrift says. Photo: Kim Russell Feeding horses today isn’t just a matter of ...

A friendly reach into the pocket, a piece of carrot over the fence–what seems like a harmless gesture to many walkers can have dramatic consequences for horses. Despite clear prohibition signs, ...

Few sights are more tragic than malnourished or starved horses. Outright neglect does occur, but not all underweight horses are victims of abuse. Horses might be recovering from serious conditions ...

Most of us who own horses talk about their “therapeutic” value. Being in the barn grooming, feeding, and otherwise caring for our horses reduces stress, lowers blood pressure, and improves overall ...