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Equine Guelph Offers Body Condition Course on World Horse Day
Free Global Registration for One Day Only! World Horse Day has been celebrated on March 1st every year since it was created in 2005 to raise awareness of equine welfare and protection. As a culmination of Equine Guelph’s 20th anniversary celebrations, the organization will be offering its new online course, Introduction to Body Condition Scoring,…
Racehorse Respiratory Health Course Completes the Trifecta in Winter Online Learning Series!
Equine Guelph has partnered with Standardbred Canada, Ontario Racing and Central Ontario Standardbred Association (COSA) to offer three online courses in Winter of 2024 in priority healthcare areas of respiratory, lameness and gut health. Sponsored by Standardbred Canada, the Racehorse Respiratory Health course is the final course in this winter series. The two-week online short…
Learn How Horses Communicate in this Free Online Course for Youth
Adult offering too! Learn Together for a fun Family Day Experience! Do you love horses and want to understand them better? Do you want to learn how to read their body language, and the cues they give one another? If so, you might be interested in a free online course offered by Equine Guelph, the…
Colic Prevention Education Month 2024 Focuses on GI Health for Your Horse
February is Equine Guelph’s Colic Prevention Education Month when we tackle the number one killer of horses with our highly popular free healthcare tool, Colic Risk Rater (http://www.thehorseportal.ca/ColicTool). After you complete the free risk rater to assess your horse’s risk, you will have the option to learn more by signing up for Equine Guelph’s short…
A Stable Gut: The Key to a Healthy Equine
Equine Guelph 2024 Research Annual Volume 21 – cover story by: Jackie Bellamy-Zions Gastrointestinal issues (GI) are the number one cause of morbidity in horses other than old age. An unhealthy digestive system can cause poor performance, pain, discomfort, diarrhea, and a whole host of issues that can sideline your horse. It’s no wonder researchers…
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OLG's Horse Racing Post Pandemic Economic Impact Survey ![]()
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OLG has extended the deadline for completing the Horse Racing Economic Impact Study Survey to May 31, 2024, at 11:59 pm. ![]()
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OLG is also excited to announce the addition of a contest for your chance to WIN a prize package featuring two tickets to a show at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino, along with overnight accommodations and dinner. If you’ve already taken the survey, reach out to [email protected] to ensure your eligibility for the contest. Official Rules and Regulations can be found online at about.olg.ca/horse-racing-landing/. ![]()
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Your insights are crucial for understanding the broader economic implications of horse racing in our communities. By extending the deadline OLG is allowing for the extra time needed to pull together information for calendar year 2023. Please keep in mind that respondents are encouraged to use reasonable estimates where appropriate if information is not readily available. ![]()
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You can access the survey through the following link: olgcx.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ah5dgnOBCRC0Y6O ![]()
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The strength of the survey lies in its detailed examination of Ontario’s horse racing industry, both pre and post-pandemic, thanks to its rigorous methodology. This in-depth analysis allows the industry to uncover valuable insights essential for navigating this sector’s complexities effectively. ![]()
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OLG wants to reassure you that privacy and confidentiality is our top priority. All responses are kept strictly confidential, only used for research purposes, and not shared outside of OLG. Your individual answers will never be shared or attributed to you personally as information is aggregated to ensure anonymity. Please visit OLG's Privacy Policy here. ![]()
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Your participation in this survey is invaluable, and OLG truly appreciates the time and effort you've dedicated to providing your input. This is your information and having a full understanding of the industry’s economic impact will be of value to everyone. ![]()
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If you haven't already, please take the time to complete the survey using the link provided above.![]()
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Should you have any questions or concerns or if you need any assistance with the survey please e-mail [email protected] and we will be happy to help.
#HappyMothersDay! #Equine Guelph extends #MothersDay salutations to all the horse moms with a free interactive mare & foal care tool. equineguelph.ca/Tools/Mare-&-Foal-Care.php#gsc.tab=0
#StranglesAwarenessWeek May 6 - 12 Otto's story www.youtube.com/watch?v=WSKfD0r8HOM. Also check#EquineGuelphuelph's FAQ information#strangles#Strangles thehorseportal.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Strangles-FAQs-1.pdf
Otto's story | Strangles Awareness Week 2024
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Why are so many equestrians supporting the campaign to protect horses from Strangles? Meet Claire and Otto, who show just how devastating the infection can b...