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The horse (Equus caballus sometimes seen as a subspecies of the Wild Horse, Equus ferus caballus) is a large odd-toed ungulate mammal, one of ten modern species of the genus Equus. Horses have long been one of the most economically important domesticated animals, and have played an important role in the transport of people and cargo for thousands of years. While isolated domestication may have occurred as early as 10,000 years ago, clear evidence of widespread horse use by humans dates to around 2000 BC. Since they were domesticated, selective breeding has resulted in many breeds. Some have been bred so that they can be ridden, usually with a saddle, while other breeds can be harnessed to pull objects like carriages or plows. In some cultures, horses are a source of food, including horse meat and sometimes milk; in other cultures it is taboo to eat them. Today, in wealthy countries, horses are predominantly kept for leisure and sporting pursuits, while they are still used as working horses in many other parts of the world.
Biology of the horse
Depending on breed, management, and environment, the domestic horse today has an average life expectancy of 25 to 30 years.
The mare is pregnant for 11 months and usually gives birth to one foal (male: colt, female: filly). Twins are rare, but do occur on occasion. Horses may sometimes be physically capable of reproduction at approximately 18 months, particularly colts, but in practice rarely are allowed to breed until the age of 2 or 3 years at the earliest. Fillies are rarely bred until they are at least 3 years old. Horses are not considered completely grown until an average age of 4 years, though age of achieving full growth also varies by breed and by individual genetics. In the strenuous sport of endurance riding, horses are not allowed to compete until they are a full 60 months (5 years) old.
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What Makes a Happy Cow?
Tue, 19 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700
Oregon State University dairy cows are sporting a fashionable new orange accessorythat is designed to gather a variety of information on the cows' movements, which will allow researchers to learn which conditions, including food, surroundings and density of cows put together, make them the happiest. <img class="thumb" src="http://oregonstate.edu/enewsletter/images/happycow.jpg" alt="Photo of Cow" title="OSU Makes Cows Happy" />
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Pet Day 2009 is Coming!
Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700
Oregon State's College of Veterinary Medicine is pleased to host its 22nd annual Pet Day and Open House on May 2. Check it out! <img class="thumb" src="http://oregonstate.edu/enewsletter/images/petday2009.jpg" alt="Pet Day logo" title="College of Veterinary Medicine hosts Pet Day" />
Oregon State Researchers Monitoring Potential Spread of Fungal Disease
Tue, 17 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0700
A fungal organism called Cryptococcus gattii, which caused a disease outbreak among humans and animals on Vancouver Island 10 years ago, may be showing signs of emerging in other areas of the Pacific Northwest, including Oregon, say pathologists at OSU.
OSU Researcher to Work with Marion County Youths on Vet Med Project
Wed, 18 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0800
Elementary students at Marion and Turner schools in Marion County will have the opportunity to learn about the intestinal physiology of a llama, examine a freeze-dried horse leg, compare the differences between a veterinarian and a medical doctor, and help conduct an exam on a dog.
Alternative Therapies for Horses - The American Horse Shows Association article on promoting performance with alternative veterinary medicine.
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Bob Kendall, The Horse Back Man - Hundreds of horses across the country, from famous racehorses to family ponies, bear testament to Bob Kendall. When you have a horse with a suspected back problem, call Bob Kendall.
Bourton Hill Farms - Product information on ECB Equine Spa, manufactured and sold in England, and information on equine therapy centres world wide.
Meta Description: [ Equine spa cold water hydrotherapy treatment is proven to reduce inflammation quickly and so speed recovery times in equine and human lower leg injuries. ]
Bridge Creek Ranch School of Equine Massage - Focuses on anatomy and muscle movement, the use of Eastern as well as Western Massage Techniques. Classes are also offered in Equine herbal medicine, aromatherapy, iridology, and hands on healing.
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Equilete - A school offering a certificated program in equine sports massage and equine skeletal balancing.
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Equine Health Care Products - Information on equine therapy and rehabilitation from therapist Mimi Porter in Lexington, Kentucky.
Meta Description: [ Equine Health Care, a web site offering products and equine therapy information from Mimi Porter to practicing equine therapists and horse lovers around the world. ]
Equine Natural Health - An alternative health magazine for horse and rider. Regular features include equine therapies, herb usage, pasture management, directory of British Equine Therapists.
Meta Description: [ Directory of British Equine Therapists. Articles on health, herbs, feeds, courses, books, pasture management and equestrian services ]
Equine Natural Therapy - Information on the causes, diagnosis and treatment of lameness in horses using natural therapy, in particular hydrotherapy, acupuncture, chiropractic care and massage.
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Equine Spas - Therapeutic Hydrotherapy Spas - The original inventors, manufacturers and producers of the Equine Therapeutic Hydrotherapy Spas. The natural way to treat the most frequent lower leg injuries to horses.
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Equisearch: Alternative Therapies - Articles and information about alternative health care and holistic therapies for horses, including chiropractic, magnatherapy, and homeopathy.
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Equiworld Alternative Therapies - Articles on reiki, aromatherapy, homeopathy and acupuncture.
Holistic Horsekeeping - Newsletters and articles on holistic care of horses and mules. Includes information on homeopathy, acupuncture, chiropractic, nutrition, and mule training stories.
Meta Description: [ Online veterinarian Madalyn Ward provides information about horse hoof care, basic horse care, treatment for equine founder in horses, Dr. Ward is a horse chiropractor specializing in foundered horses and horse founder, horse nutrition, equine acupuncture, treatment of equine health problems, mul... ]
Manzetti.it - Equine acupuncture and massage.
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Natural Equine New Zealand - Support network for natural horse practices with live chat room, forum and archives.
Natural Horse Magazine - Natural Horse Magazine covers natural and holistic care for horses, humane training, kids riding, alternative care, and complementary therapies, with both print and online versions.
Meta Description: [ Natural Horse Magazine covers natural and holistic care for horses, humane training, kids riding, alternative care, and complementary therapies. We have both print and online versions of our magazine ]
Naturally Equine - Articles on homeopathy, aloe vera, flower essences, emu oil, neem oil, lavendar oil and bush magic for horses.
Runner's Relief - Natural treatment for bowed tendon and suspensory ligament, utilizing hyperthermia for revascularization and realignment of tendon fibers in an accelerated time, without trauma.
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School of Equine Shiatsu - Equine Shiatsu health care, Equine teaching courses workshops run by The School of Equine Shiatsu West Sussex.
Meta Description: [ Shiatsu for horses a horse alternative complementary holistic therapy. Equine Shiatsu horse care treatments include acupressure and veterinary care. Jill Blake and Nick Goody also offer Equine Shiatsu workshops and teaching courses West Sussex UK. ]
Spa Equus - Hydrotherapy for working horses.
The Equine Touch UK - Gentle and non invasive soft tissue bodywork which rebalances the horse for optimum functionality and reduces the pain spiral. Details of practitioners and courses in the UK.
The Holistic Horse - Holistic and alternative therapies. Extensive holistic practitioner and product directory.
The Holistic Touch - Soft tissue bodywork for horses, rider body balancing, vibromuscular harmonisation technique and Indian head massage.
The Natural Horse Keeping Community - Natural Horse People offer a unique online learning centre focused on the natural horse and supported by natural horse experts.
Meta Description: [ Natural Horse People a community based website with resident experts including Frank Bell, Kelly Marks, Holistic Vet Nick Thompson, Equine Behaviourist Cecilia Lindberg, Barefoot trimming expert Peter Laidely, equine nutritionist Michaela Bowles and many more ]
Thoreson Alternative Medicine Page - Lectures, books, products and courses on equine alternative medicine, by Are Thoresen and Annica Nygren Thoresen.
Meta Description: [ Holistic Veterinary Medicine A shortened and revised version adapted for the web by Are Simeon Thoresen DVM, ]
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