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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Feeding horses “straights” is not necessarily better, a hay-only diet could cause harm – and riders must be aware of buying supplements and feeds from trusted sources. These were key messages from a ...

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LAS CRUCES - Roch Hart is a third-generation New Mexican with a deep, genuine appreciation for the land and its expansive mountains, desert and scrub, and the petroglyphs that adorn far reaches of the ...

Harry Meade’s attention to detail doesn’t apply just to his riding skills. His horse management routine, right down to how he’s selected their bedding, is intricately planned and detailed. In this ...