Education & Entertainment

World Veterinary Association Congress is being hosted as a virtual event, and its equine welfare session this weekend is free to everyone.

In this episode of “The Parasite Journey of the Horse”, Dr Martin Nielsen looks at ascarids, or roundworms. “This is the parasite that looks like pasta, but really isn’t.” And it’s the one parasite where size actually matters.

Informational webinar at “Aussie-friendly time” on April 28 will offer an overview of objective lameness measurement using the Equinosis Q, a real-time, handheld, field-based system for lameness evaluation.

“Virtual Windsor 2020 has been phenomenally popular, showing that everyone can come together during these tough times.”

A new video series on parasites in horses from parasitologist Dr Martin Nielsen kicks off with a look at foal threadworm, Strongyloides westeri.

US Equestrian is sharing workout exercises on social media for horse folks to stay active while in lockdown.

“Impact of DNA on the Performance Horse” is the second in a series of “For the Love of the Horse” live interactive webinars featuring industry experts.

“Premium content like this usually sits behind a paywall and is normally available only to subscribers, but while there is no ‘live’ sport, we want to give equestrian fans the chance to binge-watch for free during this terrible pandemic.”

April 2020 issue of The Horse made available as free download for readers stuck at home.

Hour-long webinars offer CPD certification and will incorporate up-to-date scientific data and a general overview of the key therapies and health topics.

Horse and Country TV and FEI TV have free offerings to help keep viewers entertained during the lockdown.

Nine videos will help you get your horse’s vital statistics to convey to your vet during a telephone consultation.

Seminar will review best practices for trail design planning, construction, and management in undeveloped natural areas and connecting to urban edge settings.

Joe Lyman, DVM, will take viewers through establishing a biosecurity plan for their equine facility, and basic biosecurity measures to maintain a healthy environment for horses and people.

Guelph course takes attendees through developing a disaster plan and looking at practical ways horse owners can reduce their risks.

“Basic Nutrition for the First Time Horse Owner” hosted by Enviro Equine.

Equine bodyworker Jim Masterson shares his Bladder Meridian Technique, aimed to find and release tension and stress in horses (and other animals).

Kent Allen hosts free interactive webinar “Back Issues In Performance Horses: It’s More Than Saddle Fit”.