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A Place of Honour: Horses in Ritual, Ceremony, and Celebration

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October 30, 2026

Decorated horses pull a traditional brewery wagon through Munich during the Oktoberfest parade in Germany.

Discover why horses hold a special place in human history, from royal funerals and ancient rituals to cultural festivals and celebrations worldwide.

Moon Blindness in Horses: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

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October 30, 2026

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Learn what causes moon blindness in horses, the warning signs of equine recurrent uveitis, and how treatment can help protect your horse's vision.

Rethinking the Pace of Horse Training: Why Slower Often Means Smarter

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October 30, 2026

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Rushing horse training can undermine confidence and progress. Trainer Will Clinging explains why slowing down creates more reliable, lasting results.

Searching for the Wild Horses of Sable Island

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October 29, 2026

Wild horses grazing among grassy sand dunes on Sable Island, Nova Scotia

Explore Sable Island's wild horses with James Ross. Discover how 500 horses survive without human intervention on a remote island off Nova Scotia.

Thoughtful Horse Blanketing: Myths, Facts, and Blanket Types

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October 28, 2026

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Does your horse need a winter blanket? Kathy Smith separates horse blanketing myths from facts, covering cold weather, clipping, overheating, and blanket fit.

Saddle Fitting Based on Discipline

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October 27, 2026

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Jochen Schleese explains how English and Western saddles differ in design, fit, and function, and why choosing the right saddle matters for horse and rider.

Riding Horses After Sixty

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October 26, 2026

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Can you keep horseback riding after 60? Tania Millen explores how older Canadian riders stay fit, overcome challenges, and enjoy horses as they age.

Cooling Down Your Horse After Winter Exercise

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October 26, 2026

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Learn how to safely cool down your horse after winter riding. Equine Guelph shares tips for drying sweaty horses, using coolers, and preventing chills.

Learn to Joust: Ontario's Knight School Welcomes Riders

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October 25, 2026

International jousters Jaclyn Ziemniak and Joshua Knowles of Ontario's Knight School.

Discover how Ontario's Knight School teaches medieval mounted games, jousting skills, and horsemanship while making knighthood accessible to more riders.

The Unseen Threat: Rats on Horse Farms and Stables

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October 25, 2026

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While horses are the heart of any stable, there’s a hidden menace that can undermine their health, safety, and even the structural integrity of the facilities: rats. These unwelcome intruders pose serious risks to equine operations by spreading disease, destroying property, and contaminating food and bedding. Understanding the threat and implementing robust prevention and control strategies is essential for protecting both animals and infrastructure.

22 Exceptional Canadian Sport Horses: Cilroy to Hickstead

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October 23, 2026

Canadian Sport Horse Cilroy, ridden by John Rumble at the 1956 Olympics, where Canada won team bronze in three-day eventing.

Some of North America’s top sport horses are the result of 100 years of matchmaking by Canadian Sport Horse Association breeders. From Olympic medal winners to champion hunters, show jumpers, eventers, and influential breeding stallions, these exceptional horses have made their mark on equestrian sport in Canada and internationally. Tania Millen highlights 22 remarkable horses whose achievements reflect the association's 100-year history.

Winter Preparation for Your Horse Trailer

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October 23, 2026

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Learn how to winterize your horse trailer, prevent costly damage, and keep horses safe during winter transport with practical maintenance and towing tips.

Non-Veterinarian Equine Professionals May Leave Horse Owners Vulnerable

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October 22, 2026

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Tania Millen explores Canadian regulations for equine massage, chiropractic, dentistry, and farriery, and how horse owners can choose qualified practitioners.

Seasonal Parasite Control for Horses

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October 22, 2026

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Margaret Evans explains how stomach bots and tapeworms affect horses, their life cycles, and how fall parasite control and deworming can protect equine health.

How to Clip Your Horse

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October 21, 2026

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Cassidy Nunn shares expert horse clipping tips, from choosing clippers and clipping patterns to keeping horses calm, comfortable, and healthy through winter.

Designing an Effective Equine Fitness & Conditioning Plan

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October 21, 2026

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Tania Millen shares expert tips and a 12-week horse fitness plan to build strength, stamina, and conditioning while helping prevent injuries.

How to Safely Condition Young Horses

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October 20, 2026

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Jec A. Ballou explains how gentle exercise and early training help young horses develop stronger muscles, tendons, and joints for lifelong soundness and performance.

Fall Leaves - Are They Toxic to Horses?

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October 20, 2026

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Dr. Tania Cubitt explains which fall leaves and trees are toxic to horses, including red maple, black walnut, oak, and cherry, and how to prevent poisoning.

Horses with Jobs: Racetrack Outrider Horses

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October 16, 2026

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Job Description: Racetrack outriders and their horses provide the valuable service of helping to maintain a safe environment during workouts and live racing.

Can Humans Catch Illnesses from Horses?

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October 16, 2026

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The short answer is yes—but the encouraging news is that direct transmission of disease from horses to humans is quite uncommon. Still, it’s important to be aware of several bacterial, fungal, parasitic, and viral infections that can, in rare cases, pass directly from horses to people. This overview excludes conditions like West Nile virus, which are not transmitted directly from horse to human but rather through intermediate sources like mosquitoes.