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March 22, 2022
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Story submitted by Equine WellBeing Rescue Volunteer. What it means to be a horse rescue volunteer Most of the stories I have read have been
Story submitted by Equine WellBeing Rescue Volunteer. What it means to be a horse rescue volunteer Most of the stories I have read have been
Story submitted by Elyse Marriner. I never planned on owning a horse, but the little fiery red mare had a heart full of passion and
Story submitted by Chelsey Burris Off-track Thoroughbreds are versatile. While they are becoming highly sought-after partners in many English disciplines, they are also becoming increasingly
Blankets play a vital role in the welfare of rescue horses. Rescue horses often start out as malnourished, abused, neglected or abandoned. This puts them
Some people make extravagant plans on Valentine’s Day. Some people get surprises. On February 14, 2019, I headed to pick up what would ultimately be the best Valentine’s Day surprise I have ever received. I answered a call from local law enforcement about an emaciated horse that needed help. They weren’t sure if he was going to make it.
As much fun as a Fourth of July celebration can be for people, it’s a terrifying holiday for some horses. Those who are skittish—and particularly noise averse—may become unnerved if holiday fireworks are set off nearby.
Restoring a horse’s physical and mental health can be challenging but rewarding. Here’s how to introduce basic training.
The health needs of a rescue horse are only half the equation. You will also, probably simultaneously, have to contend with behavioral and training issues. Not only is being able to safely handle a rescue horse critical to providing him care immediately after his arrival, but it will serve as a foundation for future training that will help him achieve and maintain a more secure place in the world.
Restoring a horse’s physical and mental health can be challenging but rewarding. Here is the second step in that process
Restoring a horse’s physical and mental health can be challenging but rewarding. The first step is to address the horse’s immediate needs.