June 18 is Veterinary Appreciation Day.  Your vet enjoys seeing you, but they would rather see you for routine appointments than emergencies. Equine Guelph is sharing free resources on TheHorsePortal.ca to help you communicate with confidence for both scenarios.   After all, an ounce of prevention is worth far more than a pound of cure,…

Posted on April 24, 2026 by School of Continuing Studies at the University of Guelph Horses have always been part of Caelan Beard’s life. She has been riding since she was nine years old and completed the Equine Canada rider levels up to level four in high school. During her first year of university, something…

Insights from an Equine Learning Community In today’s equine industry, continuing education is about more than checking a box. Horse owners, coaches, veterinary technicians, and horse‑care professionals are looking for learning that fits into busy lives.  They want practical knowledge that can be applied right away and they are seeking cost effective ways to approach…

What Every Horse Owner Should Know As summer arrives, veterinarians and horse owners across Canada grow increasingly concerned about Potomac Horse Fever (PHF). Once rare, the disease is appearing more often in regions north of the U.S.  Potomac is now considered endemic in Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Manitoba, Alberta, and British Columbia. What Is Potomac…

Story by: Erin Kelly for the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association From dairy operations and beef cattle ranching to pig and sheep farming, livestock is integral to many farms across the country. But though livestock handling is a routine activity on many farms, it also carries significant risks. According to the latest Canadian Agricultural Injury Reporting…

There is a lot riding on your tires when you haul horses.  This Canadian Ag Safety Week (March 15–21), Equine Guelph is offering huge savings for those looking to ensure safe travels for their equine partners. Take this opportunity to brush up on trailering best practices, reduce risks on the road, and give your horses…

Colic remains the number one killer of horses, other than old age, but horse owners can take proactive steps to reduce the risk of colic by understanding the many factors that contribute to this serious condition.  February is Colic Prevention Month at Equine Guelph and in just 10 minutes you can complete the FREE interactive…

Equine Guelph is proud to announce that Sara Visser, a second-semester Veterinary Technician student with a growing passion for Standardbred racing, has been awarded the prestigious 2025 Roger L’Heureux Memorial Equine Award. Visser will receive two online courses through Equine Guelph valued at $625 each (Certificates are available in Equine Science, Equine Welfare and Equine…

Preventing Obesity Equine Guelph has made a New Year’s Resolution to empower horse owners to learn more about their horse’s nutrition and needs. January, dubbed by Equine Guelph as Nutrition Education Month, will be dedicated to learning more about the overweight horse – increasing awareness of what caregivers can do to prevent their horses from…

Research collected by University of Guelph post doctoral scholar Megan Ross as part of her recent PhD work from the Atlantic Veterinary College and in collaboration with Dr. Katrina Merkies shines a light on the complex decisions horse owners face when managing equine weight.  Previous research shows that nearly 29% of Canadian horses are overweight…

Join leading equine experts for practical strategies to keep racehorses sound and performing at their best Equine Guelph invites the racing community to join a free online course designed to help prevent injuries and manage lameness in racehorses. This two-week program (5–10 hours/week) is tailored for trainers, grooms, and racing professionals who want to deepen…

Equine Guelph is thrilled to announce the return of its Industry Ambassador program this winter, featuring two respected voices from the horse racing community.  Julie Walker and Renée Kierans will lead the charge in promoting free online training and acting as peer helpers in racing-exclusive courses designed to advance racehorse health and performance This year’s initiative offers…