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An equine sling, especially designed by Charles Anderson and UC Davis researchers, is now used for airlift rescue, rehabilitation and anesthesia recovery. Raging flood waters from overflowing rivers race through rural areas submerging wire fences and farm machinery, and dislodging

Should you insure the horse that travels? by Marcia King How much can you afford to lose? That’s the crux of any insurance question, and it’s no exception for those who transport their horses to shows, tracks, breeding facilities, sales

12 vet manners to teach your horse by Charlene Strickland Few horses welcome the veterinarian’s visits. In fact, the worst equine patients seem to recognize the vet’s truck on sight and immediately show signs of resistance. Fearful of the impending

Are your procedures up to snuff? We live in a litigious society and being around horses involves inherent risks. Anyone working or participating in the horse industry knows this. Unfortunately, for those familiar with the handling of horses, it is

by Nicole Kitchener Insurance. It is a realm of terms and concepts that is strange to the majority of us, a place we don’t like visiting because it forces us to think about nasty things such as accidents, injury, lawsuits

by Leslie Smith Dow Linda Huneault and Arlys Tilgner are looking into having their horses microchipped – the ones that are left, that is. In February, two fillies belonging to Mrs. Tilgner were spirited away from their home at Mrs.

by Mike King As a frequent speaker to groups on the topic of equine-related insurance and risk management, I admit that I am guilty of forgetting (only on occasion) that not everyone shares my interest in these often-misunderstood subjects. A

by Catherine E. Willson So you want to own a horse. A simple task, you think.  With glee, I must advise you to consult a lawyer.  I say ‘with glee’ because I am a lawyer. Let’s start with the purchase….

by Amy West There was shock, concern and a whole lot of confusion when Rick Hurrid delivered his address to members at the annual meeting of the Association of Riding Establishments of Ontario (ARE-ONT) in November. The shock came when

Ontario horse owners and trainers accustomed to buying and administering equine medications themselves will soon need to check the province’s new drug schedules to see if a certificate is required to purchase the products they want. by Leslie Smith Dow