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Animal Enterprise Terrorism Act Protects Horse Industries - For the Minnesota owners who found their therapeutic riding horse Poco shot to death in the pasture, some solace might be found with the recent passage of the Animal Enterprise Terrorism Act. Passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on November 13, the bill, supported by the American Horse Council, increases the criminal and monetary penalties for crimes against animal owners and requires that restitution be made to owners who suffer particular economic losses. The bill's goal is to provide the Justice Department with the authority to apprehend, prosecute and convict individuals committing animal enterprise terror. A Horse Course, of Course, for Rescue Workers - While trying to contain a tragic accident site on Long Island last month where a horse trailers became disconnected from its truck, rescue workers felt woefully inadequate trying to handle the injured and dying horses. Alternative Therapies for the Horse - It is not uncommon that trends in veterinary medicine to mirror trends in human medicine. To that end, it's not surprising that alternative medicine is being used more frequently on sick and injured horses. A Trip Back in Time: Nation's Oldest Working Cattle Ranches - If you're looking to take a trip back in time, to the dawn of the cowboy and the rise of working cattle ranches, visit one of the nation's oldest cattle ranches. Avoiding Equine Emergencies In the Trailer - For as long as people have made horses a part of their lives, there have been horse related emergencies. Those who don't know much about horses are often surprised that these seemingly graceful and beautiful animals are so accident prone. Basic Horse Training Tips - Horse training is referred to the various techniques that are used to teach horses to accomplish some specific actions. Old vs Young: What Age Horse Is Best For You To Buy? - With age comes experience, patience, and understanding. Three qualities any horse owner wants in a horse. Have you given any thought to what age horse is right for you? The age of a horse is a part of horse ownership that is sometimes misunderstood. Many people feel that older horses are washed up and ready for the pasture. That could not be further from the truth in many cases. There are pros and cons to young horses as well as horses in their late teens and early twenties. The American Miniature Horse - The breed of the American Miniature Horse is a result of nearly 400 years of selective breeding. Many historians believe that the Miniature Horse breed as a derivative of many horses. In prehistoric times small horse breeds were most likely the products of surviving harsh natural climates and limited feed. Today, knowledge of genetics has made the possibility of breeding specifically for size and reality. Importing small horses to the United States was first mentioned in 1888, with research showing very little public awareness of true Miniatures until 1960. Horse Breeds: The German Oldenburg - The history of the Oldenburg horse dates back to the early 1600's by achieving its name and fame through Europe's Count Anton GÃ¼nther von Oldenburg who was a renowned horseman and a great supporter of the breed. Three important events helped to shape the breed: the first stallion approved decreed by state lay in the year 1820 with the introduction of the register or origins in 1861, and the foundation of the two horse breeding societies by the Horse Breeding Act of April 9, 1897. These two were merged in the year 1923 and The Oldenburg Horse Breeders Society was formed. The breed refinement measures were introduced in 1935 with a thoroughbred stallion, Lupus xx and in 1950 by Condor. Due to the success breeder had with Condor, many breeders turned to the French Stallions around the end of the 1960's. Email Trick Test - How you can avoid being a victim of vicious scams. It's about a little knowledge and simple steps you can take to avoid these criminals. Three out of five emails are "SPAM". Horses, Hunters and Jumpers - Within the discipline of show jumping there are two distinct subdisciplines: hunters and jumpers. On a jumping course, it is up to the rider to cue the horse when it reaches the best take-off point. Connecting your horse from the hind legs, through the back to the bit will prevent most of resistance problems that horses have with jumping. Hunt seat is a term that describes equitation in the English-style of riding. Dressage Competitions and Riding - Copyright 2006 Rob Daniels At the lowest levels, dressage tests are very simple, with the emphasis on basic training. At its basic level, if you make your horse move forward, or stop, you have performed dressage movements. The ancient Greeks were the first to practice dressage in preparation for war. Developed by the Greeks for cavalry officers, dressage evolved as a means of controlling the horse in battle. Dressage was well rooted in the military world of horsemanship, as the value of this training method was recognized by the cavalry. Later, dressage was used on the medieval battlefields of Europe and as a form of art and entertainment in the courts of Renaissance nobility. Horse Health - Hoof Care - Hoof care is a vital part of maintaining your horses overall health. You should check your horses hooves daily, and at the very least, two to three times per week. Horse Racing Tips - There are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to betting on the horses. Some people believe that it's impossible to profit in horse racing. Some believe that all you need to do is bet the favorites. Still, others believe that the only way to make money is to bet the huge long shots and pray for a miracle. All of these thoughts are false. You can make money betting on horses, and you don't need to pick favorites all the time or bet on miracle finishes often. Here is a juicy piece of information for you. The favorite wins the race (thoroughbred racing) about 33% of the time. Therefore, if you simply bet the favorite, you will be losing 67% of the time. Horse Breeds - Thoroughbreds - Thoroughbreds are known as "America's Racing Horse". This breed of horse runs at the race track every single day around the world. History of the Thoroughbred: This breed of horse was originally bred in England due to the English horsemen's desire to have a fast race horse. Horse Breeds - American Quarter Horse - The American Quarter Horse is the first breed of horse native to the United States. The breed evolved when the bloodlines of horses brought to the New World were mixed. Horse Breeds: Types of Warmbloods - Warmbloods are amazing animals. They are some of the most beautiful horses in the world, with a versatility that is unbelievable. Warmbloods, unlike what many people think, are a true breed. All of the studbooks are closed. What this means is only a horse of that breed can be registered in that studbook. The only exception is individuals of other breeding that are deemed to be able to improve the bloodline of the current breed. This is shown through performance records and the success of offspring in competition. There are various types of Warmbloods: The Hanoverian The Hanoverian's originate from Germany. There primary use is for dressage and show jumping. These horses are mildly temperamental, with more of a calmness in nature than many horse breeds. The most common coloring in the Hanoverian are Chestnut, Bay and Grey. Saddle - Finding The Perfect Tack - The quality of equiptment is important to any sport - but in horseriding, it is even more vital. The safety and comfort of both the rider and the horse depend upon the tackle, and most obviously, on the saddle. A saddle that is ill-fitting can lead to an un-satisfactory and possibly dangerous ride. It can also cause multiple health problems for the horse. Learning to Be Me: Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and The Healing Spirit of the Horse - Throughout the ages humans have searched for many ways to understand our selves. A variety of healing and therapeutic modalities have assisted people with life's struggles, taught us about the Self and helped create stories that became myth and legend. As psychology and the study of the human mind evolved, we began to use new techniques. Language became the basis for mental and emotional growth; to lie on the therapist's couch a standard practice. Horse Racing Winner - Horse racing is a very exciting and lucrative sport. Anyone who hasn't been to a good track is missing out. Winning lots of money at horse racing is very possible. In fact, it tends to get overlooked in the sports betting world. Think about this. If you were going to wager on a baseball team that was far better than the team it was facing, you might have to lay down $2.50 to $3.00 to win $1. In horse racing, you can often wager on a horse that's superior to the rest of the field (even a small field) and receive a much better line. Since this is a primer, let's talk about the basics of horse racing itself. A horse race can consist of two or more horses.

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