Equus

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Equus

HANDS ON

POP QUIZ

HANDS ON TIP • CLIMATE CONTROL ON THE ROAD

WHAT SCIENCE SAYS ABOUT EAR COVERS

A STEP CLOSER TO IDENTIFYING HORSES AT RISK OF BREAKDOWN?

WHAT A HORSE’S EXPRESSION CAN’T TELL YOU

THE CURIOUS CASE OF THE HORSES WHO “HIBERNATE” • The Yakut horses of northern Siberia may provide lessons in how animal populations can respond to environmental extremes.

How Secretariat taught me to run • Even after 50 years, the greatest racehorse of them all is still a source of wonder and inspiration.

Hamilton Pays It Forward • The Virtual Derby changed Hamilton’s life forever. In this year’s race, he paid it forward by breaking records to support other ex-racehorses.

BUILT TO LAST • Two Saddlebred geldings illustrate a key component in performance and durability: a strong loin coupling.

CONFORMATION ANALYSIS OF PAINTY, EASTER AND THEIR ANCESTOR REX PEAVINE.

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ANATOMY OF THE LOIN COUPLING

TWO GOOD SPORTHORSE SIRES

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HOW TO HELP THE HORSE YOU HAVE

WHEN DELAY IS DEADLY • Taking a “wait-and-see” approach to the question of colic surgery can reduce a horse’s chances for survival and result in a more complicated, and expensive, recovery.

RECAPTURING THE JOY OF RIDING • Returning to the saddle after an accident requires patience, persistence and courage, along with the help of a steady horse.

THE ONE-PERCENT SYSTEM

A BOOST FROM YOUR BRAIN

Which horses get ulcers?

Do hooves need trimming even if they don’t look long?

When is tooth removal advisable?

THIS MONTH’S EXPERTS

Why are so many horses afraid of pigs?

Why do arthritic horses have more trouble during the winter?

Monumental yet accessible • The three-volume set Horse Conformation by Deb Bennett, PhD, is the culmination of a lifetime spent studying, observing and working with horses.

Our days of wonder • One of the greatest joys of working with horses is discovering our potential together.

EVERYTHING YOU LOVE ABOUT HORSES ALL IN ONE PLACE • Discover Ride TV, the ultimate equine streaming platform.

An ear for trouble • A veteran trail horse’s unusual behavior leads to an important discovery—and a lesson in equine instinct.