Lest we forget: New Zealand's horses at war
They were shipped overseas in their thousands to face the unimaginable hardships of war, never to return home.

Zebra stripes help deter horseflies - research
Latest research suggests that a zebra's stripes are an adaptation which helps deter blood-sucking flies.

Aldaniti's trainer Josh Gifford dies at 70
The father of British eventer Tina Cook - champion jockey Josh Gifford - died on Thursday at the age of 70.

Desperate donkeys safe after rescue
Four donkeys in desperate need of care have been rescued after being found abandoned on a road in Northern Ireland.

Peta zeroes in on horse deaths in "Luck" filming
Animal rights group Peta has fired off a shot at the new HBO horse-racing drama, "Luck", over the deaths of two horses.

Watch out for rogue horse traders, charity warns
Horse owners are being urged to beware of rogue traders who promise to rehome horses, then on-sell or slaughter them.













