Health & Education
We all want the best care possible for our horses. The Heath & Education section covers both Learning Institutions, Organizations as well as many sources for equine assistance including Veterinarians and Farriers.
For those who want a to formally study horses, the Education section includes College Riding, Equine Studies, and Veterinary Schools. Learn about the wide variety of horses in the Horse Breeds section. Supplements and Treatments Therapy are also included in the section.
Everyone can learn from Fine Art and there are some specialty Museums that might surprise you.
Horses as a therapy partner enrich the lives of the disabled. These facilities are listed in our Therapeutic Riding section. To help children and young adults build confidence and grow emotionally, please see the resources available on the Youth Outreach page.
Looking for a place to keep your horse? You can find it in the Horse Boarding section. Traveling? Find a Shipping company or Horse Sitting service if your horse is staying home!
Want to stay up to date with the latest training clinics or professional conferences? Take a look at our Calendar of Events for Health & Education for the dates and locations of upcoming events.
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Julie Goodnight shows you Danger Zones when working around the horse.
Read more: Danger Zones with Julie Goodnight and Christy Landwehr
“32 and You: An Owner's Guide to Genetic Tests in Horses,” presented by Dr. Callum Donnelly, assistant professor in the Section of Theriogenology at #CornellVet, recorded February 20, 2024 via Zoom.
Dr. Callum Donnelly's talk focuses on horses' genetic health, discussing what kinds of genetics tests are offered, how to interpret genetic tests and what the future holds for genetics as a tool in your horse's health.
Donnelly received his veterinary degree from Charles Sturt University in Australia. He is a specialist in both reproductive medicine and internal medicine, and holds a Ph.D. in integrative pathobiology from the University of California-Davis. Donnelly’s thesis work focused on genomic and precision medicine as part of the Pioneer 100 Horse Health Project. He currently serves as a faculty member in the reproductive medicine section, and his clinical practice and research efforts are focused on maternal fetal health and medical genetics, helping to manage healthy and problem pregnancies, and providing advanced care for babies before they are born.
Read more: 32 and You: An Owner's Guide to Genetic Tests in Horses (55:02) - Cornell Equine Seminar
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- The Power of Horses | Supporting Mental Health in Rural Communities (7:58)
- Tackling Thrush in Horses
- Addressing the Shortage of Equine Veterinarians: Nationwide Practices Join Together
- Rood & Riddle Stallside Podcast - Breaking Ground in Laminitis Research with Dr Andrew van Eps (38:13)
- Horse Miscarriages Offer Clues to Causes of Early Human Pregnancy Loss - Cornell Veterinary Medicine
- A 6-Step Guide to Keeping Your Horse Healthy
- Performing Treadmill Endoscopy at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital (1:59)
- Rood & Riddle Stallside Podcast - Tall Fescue Woes: Insights on Endophyte Ingestion
- Rood & Riddle Stallside - Understanding Equine Biomechanics and Farriery with Dr Jenny Hagen
- Regenerative Medicine Therapies in Horses
- Educational Benefits of Equine-Assisted Learning Programs for Students
- Why is the Mule the Most Important Member of the Horse Family? Cornell Equine Seminar
- Five Tips for Keeping Your Horse Sound - Cornell Vet Equine Seminar Series
- Deworming the horse using a paste syringe with Teresa Kackert
- Stable Vices: Theirs or Ours? Abnormal Behavior in Horses
- FAQ: Lameness and Arthritis in Horses
- How to Safely Pony a Horse with Teresa Kackart (6:55) - Certified Horsemanship Association
- Equine Emergencies 101: What To Do When the Worst Happens from Cornell Equine Seminar
- Pre-purchase Headaches in the Sport Horse




