Horse care
Practice Preparedness and Prevention – Resources on Barn Fire Prevention from Equine Guelph
Waiting until the wildfire approaches dangerously close is no time to draw up a disaster preparedness plan. Learning the hazards of storing hay is too late after the barn is reduced to ashes and all is lost. It is not a scenario that one fathoms will ever happen to them, until it does. Equine Guelph’s October healthcare tool of…
Free Youth Horse Behaviour and Safety Course to begin this November!
Missing the excitement leading up to the Royal Winter Fair? Us too! Equine Guelph and its safety partners have come up with a way for all the horse crazy youth to keep fuelling their passion to learn more about their favourite animal. Instead of setting up the immensely popular EquiMania! display this November, Equine Guelph is setting up…
Role of Telemedicine in the ‘New Normal’ for Equine Veterinary Care
Equine Guelph has been getting questions on access to their equine veterinarian. The new COVID-19: A Guide to Reopening Veterinary Medicine in Ontario, Stage 3 , prepared by Dr. Scott Weese, DVM, DVSc, DACVIM University of Guelph and the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association was released August 24, 2020. It is meant to be a useful guide and the following recommendations were made…
Racing-Exclusive Online Courses a Win!
Ontario racing industry provides feedback on Equine Guelph’s Pilot Project and looks forward to Fall Offerings 100% positive feedback has been received for the new TheHorsePortal.ca online courses, developed exclusively for Ontario Racing industry members! Respiratory health, lameness prevention and gut health prove to be a priority and AGCO licence holders that completed the first three free…
Fuelling Wellness Symposium is Approaching Fast – Join us to learn about equine and pet nutrition!
Interested in learning more about horse or pet nutrition? Join us at the one-day online Fuelling Wellness Symposium co-hosted by Equine Guelph and the Canadian Academy of Veterinary Nutrition, August 15th, 2020. Participants can choose to spend the day on equine specific topics or choose from other pet nutrition seminars running concurrently. Watch the promo video below…
Fuelling Wellness
A one-day online symposium where you can learn more about equine or pet nutrition! Equine Guelph is co-hosting a one-day online symposium on August 15th, 2020 where you can learn more about horse nutrition from the comfort of your own home! Co-hosted by the Canadian Academy of Veterinary Nutrition, participants can spend the whole day…
Patron Determined to Help Equine Guelph “Survive and Thrive” with a Generous Donation
A generous donation of $100,000 to Equine Guelph has been made by the Kerr family to establish an equine education and community outreach endowment. A portion of the Kerr Fund for Equine Education and Community Outreach will support much needed ongoing operational funding for the University of Guelph’s not-for-profit Centre for the horse owner. Sheryl Kerr…
Lameness Research and Prevention Tips with Dr. Judith Koenig at OVC
Lameness is a huge focus for Dr. Judith Koenig as a clinician, researcher and instructor at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC). Koenig is also a rider with a keen interest in helping grass roots riders and upcoming high-performance athletes. In the accompanying video Dr. Koenig explains her current research endeavoring to heal tendon injuries faster and also…
7 Tips on Equine Conditioning with Biomechanics Expert Dr. Hilary Clayton
There are many important questions pertaining to equine conditioning and fitness as we all look forward to returning to work. Dr. Hilary Clayton recently shared some cautions and considerations in a Skype interview with Equine Guelph. Dr. Clayton is a veterinarian, researcher and horsewoman. For the past 40 years she has been conducting amazing research…
Colic Prevention – Introduce Spring Pasture Slowly
Spring is upon us and so is the prevalence of gas colic. Equine Guelph is sharing many strategies to prevent it. First, Equine Guelph recommends that every horse owner refers to its FREE Colic Risk Rater Tool (www.equineguelph.ca/colictool) to help them assess their management practices, such as introducing new feeds slowly to reduce their colic risk. An…
Equine Guelph Wins Equestrian Canada Health and Welfare Award
The Equestrian Canada (EC) Health & Welfare Award recognizes an individual or organization that has contributed directly to the improvement of horse health and welfare in Canada through years of hard work and dedication, and Equine Guelph is the deserving recipient for 2019. Equine Guelph, based at the University of Guelph in Ontario, is recognized…
Equine Guelph Survey Part of Covid Initiatives for Horse Owners
From adding special online course offerings to updating a Covid-19 resources page daily, Equine Guelph has been responding to industry requests during this difficult time. You can take a survey right now to let them know of any additional courses you would like to take while you are staying home. Fire & Emergency Preparedness online course from May 4…
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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...