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Category: Equine Welfare

  • Transporting Horses

    There are regulatory bodies that set the standards for the transportation of equines. It is recommended to contact the source(s) listed as applicable. Anyone wanting to transport horses must first […]

  • Premise Identification

    One of the pillars of traceability, Premises Identification (PID), links livestock and poultry to land locations or premises. Premises Identification (PID) is one of the pillars of traceability, which links livestock […]

  • Owning Horses

    Owning a horse can be a fun and rewarding experience. But before you purchase your first horse, it is critical to do long-term planning and research to ensure you are […]

  • Online Education – Equine Guelph

    We are dedicated to providing access to credible sources of training and education on equine health and welfare topics. Continuing education and certification opportunities for horse owners is extremely important. […]

  • Horses in Distress – Welfare of Horses

    Understanding the conditions unsuitable to housing horses, and authorities available to prevent abuse, neglect and dangerous conditions for horses. Appropriate authorities may be notified if it is suspected that any […]

  • Equine Diseases

    Preventing the spread of equine diseases is vital in maintaining herd health. One single outbreak can be extremely costly in more ways than one. Being aware of the threat of […]

  • Emergency Preparedness

    When an emergency occurs, equines and equine owners are affected – horse owners and custodians are often left on their own to manage the horses in their care; the first […]

  • Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Equines

    The Codes of Practice are the nationally developed guidelines for the care and handling of farm animals and help serve as the national standard of animal care requirements and recommended […]

  • Biosecurity

    Biosecurity is about keeping horses healthy. It includes the principles, actions, precautions, and protocols that we apply to help protect the health of all animals by preventing the transmission of […]

  • Equine Health & Welfare – Getting Started

    The health of and welfare of equines, and the entire horse industry, is of paramount importance to our equine community. Providing educational resources, training, sharing regulations, and strengthening the herd […]