Horses

Animals can touch hearts. A new study shows this can be taken literally with horses. PETBOOK presents the study on equine-assisted therapy.

Our PETBOOK author dared to start riding again despite her fears. A Psychologist talks about how to overcome the fear of riding.

The horse does not lose its winter coat? This could be due to Equine Cushing's Syndrome or PPID. How to treat it.

Different colored ribbons are used on horses. Riders use them to communicate certain things about their animals.

In Switzerland, bits and bridles that can inflict pain on horses will be banned in future. But are these generally animal cruelty?

PETBOOK author Manuela Lieflaender is getting back into the saddle after 20 years. She shares her return to horseback riding.

Is horse riding cruelty to animals? This question is on many people's minds. PETBOOK author and horse expert Nadja Müller sorts it out.

Does my horse like me? It's not easy to tell. Here are some tips to ensure that the affection you feel is reciprocated by your horse.

Former racehorses are often available for little money. They have great qualities, but also certain needs. What riders should know

When you start horseback riding, you need to practice the correct rider's seat. Here are some exercises on how to do this.

The history of Marwari horses is legendary. Germany's first Marwari breeder talks to PETBOOK about these horses.

Horses with certain coat and skin colors are particularly affected by sunburn. PETBOOK reveals what these are.

The secret to a long life is an exciting topic for biologists. What is the life expectancy of a horse, and does it differ between breeds?

PETBOOK explains the basics of horse body language with important examples, so that even beginners will understand horses better.

Even experienced horse professionals might have never heard of these. PETBOOK introduces you to five rare horse breeds.

If a horse has movement disorders, the cause may be a condition known as Wobbler syndrome. PETBOOK explains what it is all about.