At the 19th International Society for Equitation Science Conference, Iris Huisman from Wageningen University in the Netherlands presented research on the significant environmental impacts of sport horses, focusing on greenhouse gas emissions and their lifecycle footprint.
Horses are susceptible to many common illnesses and injuries that can impact their well being, performance, and longevity. Understanding common horse diseases is fundamental for everyone involved in equine care, as early recognition of the symptoms of disease can lead to better outcomes.
AJAX DOWNS, AUGUST 30, 2024 - Celebrate the Labour Day long weekend this Sunday, September 1 at Ajax Downs with exciting Quarter Horse racing and a fun afternoon with prizes and giveaways. Fans will receive a free t-shirt with a program purchase (while supplies last) and have a chance to win a $50 betting voucher, a foosball table/cooler and other prizes. The first race post time is 12:55 p.m.
Join our guest speaker, author and top Canadian Equine Lawyer - Catherine Willson on how the law impacts your horses, your business, and you!
Ottawa, ON, Aug. 23 2024 – The 2024 Equestrian Canada (EC) Annual General Meeting (AGM) has been set for Sept. 17, 2024, at 7 p.m. ET and will be held via Zoom Meeting with the EC Board of Directors and the 27 EC Voting Members in attendance.
Dana Willett’s lifelong passion for horses transformed over many years, evolving into a dream both simple and profound. At an early age, Dana’s love for horses began with riding. She quickly became a “barn rat” as she put it, doing every chore possible in exchange for riding time on any available steed.
Ottawa, Ontario – Tiffany Foster of Langley, BC, closed out Major League Show Jumping Ottawa with a win riding Electrique in the $182,000 USD CSI5* RBC Grand Prix on Sunday, August 25, at Wesley Clover Parks in Ottawa, ON.
AJAX DOWNS, AUGUST 25, 2024 - It was a spectacular summer afternoon at Ajax Downs for the annual FAMILY FUN DAY for the Ajax Pickering Hospital on Sunday as a huge crowd enjoyed exciting Quarter Horse racing.
Ottawa, Ontario – Ottawa, Ontario – Luis Larrazabal of Venezuela made his first visit to Wesley Clover Parks a winning one by scoring victory in the $62,500 USD CSI5* Steel-Craft Qualifier on opening day of the Major League Show Jumping Ottawa tournament.
Ottawa, Ontario – The American anthem rang out as Giavanna Rinaldi celebrated victory in the $31,100 USD CSI2* Kubota Grand Prix on Saturday, August 24, at Wesley Clover Parks in Ottawa, ON.
