Using wearable sensor technology, researchers analysed gait patterns in over 400 horses across three European breeds. The findings challenge traditional assumptions about movement quality, highlight discipline-specific traits, and point towards future applications in genetics, welfare and performance assessment.

Transportation triggers measurable stress responses in horses, including elevated cortisol and metabolic disruption. New research suggests transdermal melatonin may help reduce some of these effects. This article explores what happens inside a horse’s body during travel, what the latest study reveals, and why careful interpretation is essential before wider adoption.

Using FEI yellow card data from 2024–2025 and a light review of current welfare research, this article examines whether Dressage genuinely presents fewer welfare concerns, or the gaps in reporting and transparency make the picture less clear than it seems.

What happens when we truly view welfare through the horse’s eyes? Drawing on insights from the World Horse Welfare Annual Conference 2025, this article explores sentience, the Five Domains, social needs, freedom, forage, and why science, empathy, and design must shape the future of equine care.

Soaking hay is widely used to reduce sugar for horses with laminitis or metabolic conditions, but new research shows it also removes protein, minerals and energy. We examine the science behind nutrient loss and how to feed soaked forage responsibly.

Funny horse videos dominate social media, but research shows many viewers miss signs of stress, pain, or confusion. This article explores how misinterpretation shapes welfare norms—and why rider education is key to creating a healthier, more informed online equestrian culture.