In the U.S. veterinary acupuncture continues to build a reputation as more universities offer it as part of their veterinary degree programs and more vets choose to include it in their practice. Date Feb 27, 2007 07:00

Whether your goals are to show or trail ride, whether you routinely take your horse in public, or you are the only one to see him, a slick, shiny coat is a point of pride for most horseowners. Date Mar 22, 2007 17:00

The pleasure of owning a horse is being able to ride it. When your horses feet suffer an injury, it can take anywhere from a week to four weeks or more to heal. Establishing a daily regimen to care for your horses hooves can help a great deal in minimizing injuries and getting treatment to your horse as soon as possible. Date April 14, 2007 08:00

A cowboy in the Old West treasured two items: his horse and his saddle. Without either, he couldnt work, he couldnt travel and he sure as tooting wasnt much of a cowboy without them. No surprise then that a good cowboy made sure to take care of both, even going so far as spending several months salary on a quality saddle. Date May 8, 2007 08:00

Whether your plans are for a weekend-long trail ride with a group of friends, or a quick hack through the woods after your ride, safety should always come first when trail riding. The first rule of trail riding is to always let someone know where you are going, and when to expect you back. Even if you are going trail riding with friends, you should let someone back at the barn, or even at home, know your plans. Trail riding by yourself? Then it is doubly important. Date May 29, 2007 08:00