What’s Bugging You? – Help Shape the 10th Annual Equine Industry Symposium
This November, the University of Guelph is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Equine Industry Symposium, and we want your voice to help shape the conversation!
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Horse Cremation Memorial Services: Solidified Remains for Beloved Equine Companions
The bond between humans and horses is built on trust, companionship, and decades of shared experience. When a beloved horse passes, cremation is a meaningful way to honor that connection. Parting Stone takes this further with their solidification service, transforming the ashes of your equine companions into smooth stones that offer a lasting, tangible tribute.
Ontario Racing Launches Free Online Horse Education Program for Youth
Guelph, ON June 5, 2025 - Announcing Horse eCamp, an exciting new youth initiative presented by Ontario Racing and education partner Equine Guelph, is online now! The FREE virtual learning program is designed to educate and inspire youth with a passion for horses. The online program aims to introduce teens to the world of horses and showcase potential careers in the industry.
Hamilton Mounted Police Reinvest in Large Animal Emergency Rescue
Guelph, ON - Mar. 27, 2025 - Equine Guelph’s Large Animal Emergency Rescue (LAER) training team returned to the beautiful Holly Oaks Farm on April 30, 2025 in Lynden, ON. The trailer fully stocked with specialized tools and rescue mannequins for the one-day refresher workshop. Hamilton Mounted Police partnered with Equine Guelph for their fifth workshop, highlighting their commitment to enhancing their rescue skills. Additional attendees included York regional police, veterinarians and veter...
Help Shape Equine Research: Join Mad Barn’s Pasture Management Study
For horse owners, turnout is more than just a chance for horses to stretch their legs and enjoy the fresh air. It’s a vital part of equine management that promotes natural behaviors like grazing, provides essential nutrients, and contributes significantly to physical and mental well-being.
How Do Horses Learn? The Basics of Learning Theory and Horse Training
As Canada’s leader in equine nutrition, Mad Barn thanks The Rider for featuring this story. To read the full version of the article, visit https://madbarn.ca/equine-learning-theory/.
Get Ready for Hay Season: Forage Course Helps You Feed Smarter
Guelph, ON April, 22, 2025 - Hay season is just around the corner, making this the perfect time for horse owners to cultivate their forage knowledge. Equine Guelph is offering it’s popular Introduction to Forage short course from May 5–16, 2025, and this two-week, fully online course is a must for anyone looking to understand how to evaluate hay or boost their pasture productivity – important skills that can result in a more cost-effective feeding program for their herd.
Protein Requirements in the Equine Diet
Protein is one of 6 nutrient classes that horses have a requirement for. It is a major component of body tissues. Along with being a core component of tissues, proteins are also heavily involved in enzymes, hormones, and antibodies.
How Mad Barn’s Scott Cieslar is Positioning Canada as a Leader in Equine Nutrition
Ask horse owners and equine industry professionals where they turn for health and nutrition advice for their horses, and time and again there is only one answer: Mad Barn. Over the past few years, this Kitchener, Ontario-based company has emerged as a trusted resource for science-backed equine health information and products across North America.
Practical opportunities to navigate the future of feed showcased at ANCC 2025 in Niagara Falls
February 27, 2025 - Ottawa, ONTARIO — Advances in animal nutrition research are generating exciting opportunities for the livestock and feed sector.