Retired racehorses often begin “second careers” in other sports, as studs/broodmares or as therapeutic pets. At the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit at Keeneland June 28, 2010, speakers stressed the need for racehorses to be treated well in order for them to have the ability to start a second career. If pushed too […]
We always try to do our best for our pets and that includes the environment. Here are some tips on ways to keep your horse’s environment green and helping our own as well. Recycle bottles, buckets, soda cans and any disposables. Replace light bulbs with fluorescents or LEDs. They last longer and save energy. Be […]
A layup farm is a rehabilitation center for horses recovering from lameness or surgery. After a horse leaves a veterinary hospital, if he is not ready to go home yet, a layup farm can be a good solution. Horses are checked regularly and cared for well. At high-end layup farms, horses might also benefit from […]
