Study and Self-Assessment Articles

Learn the basics of the equine nervous system: how it affects behavior, health, learning, and the horse's perception of the world

Abscesses are a common cause of lameness; learn their causes and symptoms

What is training? “Training” is the process of teaching and conditioning an animal to respond to specific cues or commands through...

Reading Vital Signs: A Lifesaving Skill Being able to read a horse’s vital signs is an essential skill for anyone who interacts with...

What is a joint A joint is a structure in the body where two or more bones meet. Joints allow for movement and provide support and...

Laminitis and founder are terms that are often used interchangeably, but they refer to different stages of a progressive disease that...

NOTE! This article is on Laminitis. Laminitis is often confused with Founder. Laminitis and Founder are two different conditions, not...

NOTE! This article is on Laminitis. Laminitis is often confused with Founder. Laminitis and Founder are two different conditions, not...

Being able to assess a horse’s conformation is an important skill for both horse owners and professionals in the equine world. Before we...