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Popcorn Deelites won 11 times during his racing career, but his most memorable success was in a match race with War Admiral, when playing Seabiscuit in the movie of the same name.

The gene responsible for fragile foal syndrome can lift performance traits in carriers, but is lethal to foals who inherit it from both parents.

“Mustangs & Renegades”, a documentary series about the plight of wild horses and burros on North America’s rangelands, is airing free on the Rumble platform.

“I have seen the profession grow from a grassroots group of well-meaning people to a worldwide profession serving thousands of people with disabilities and challenges of all sorts.”

An animal health company is advising horse owners to ensure they use a wormer that is indicated to treat encysted small redworm during late autumn and winter.

The findings contribute to growing recognition that the road transport of horses poses a significant welfare concern, the researchers say.

“We want to understand the risks and potential ways to mitigate risks so kids can get back to safely doing the things they love.”

Apollo was bought to feed the lions at Carmo’s Circus, but Hungarian trainer Captain Anker saw his potential as a performing horse and saved him.

Their careful breeding selection over the years is responsible for the smooth four-beat paso gait seen in the Paso Fino.