Horses

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Inbreeding depression and durability in the North American Thoroughbred horse

25 days ago | Animal Genetics

Abstract The proportion of the genome containing runs of homozygosity affects production traits in livestock populations. In European and Australasian Thoroughbreds inbreeding...
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Have you ever heard a horse cough?

1 month ago | Animal Health Institute

With lungs almost twice the size of cattle lungs, horses have extremely large respiratory reserves. Unfortunately, horses are also susceptible to respiratory diseases that fall...
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Formerly Neglected Horse Kisses His Late Rescuer One Last Time

1 month ago | iHeart Dogs

Everyone called a young horse named Major “mean” and “aggressive.” He would lash out and try to bite anyone who approached him, but his behaviors didn't come out of nowhere...
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Horse That Doesn't Like His New Mom Develops Massive Crush On Her Boyfriend

1 month ago | iHeart Dogs

Alesia is an avid animal lover who adopted a massive horse named Rudnik. The beautiful boy wasn't completely comfortable with Alesia. She knew an untamed horse can take time to...
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Animals Flee Burning Barn But One Horse Remains Trapped, Frozen In Fear

1 month ago | iHeart Dogs

Fires are scary! They're extremely hot, it's hard to see, and it's hard to breathe. So it should come as no surprise that a horse, an animal that's naturally nervous, would be...
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Dalmatian Mistakes Spotted Horses For His Biological Family

2 monthes ago | iHeart Dogs

Dogs might not be able to see every color, but they can see black-and-white patterns with ease. So, a Dalmatian named Jack Sparrow is quick to spot other animals that have the...
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Baby Horse Thinks She's A Puppy As She Cuddles With Human

2 monthes ago | iHeart Dogs

Most puppies love to cuddle with people as much as they can. But they're not the only animals that are playful and cuddly! Many baby animals want love just as badly as puppies...
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After Eight Years Among Wild Mustangs, Beloved Horse Returns Home

3 monthes ago | iHeart Dogs

Here at iHeartDogs, we love sharing touching stories from all corners of the animal kingdom with you. Today, we bring you the tale of a horse who came home to his family after...
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Guest Blog: Animal-Assisted Therapy

3 monthes ago | Phoenix Zoo

Home Editor's Note: This is a special guest post from Corporate Club Member , Springboard Recovery , on animal-assisted therapy. Animal-Assisted Therapy: Healing Through...
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Ultimate Corgi Puppy Shopping List: Checklist of 23 Must-Have Items

✅ The Complete Corgi Puppy Shopping List Bringing home a Corgi puppy can be one of the most exciting moments for a dog lover. However, preparing for their arrival can be... Read more ...

The Health Benefits of Pets

There are very good reasons for people to get a pet - and not just because animals are cute! Animals are “so much more than pets,” says Molly Gross, CCLS, a certified child... Read more ...

Puppy Scams - Don't be a victim!

Thinking of buying a puppy or kitten or other pet? Cruising on the internet and see an adorable picture of a puppy or kitten for sale? Don't fall for the hardship stories and... Read more ...

Mom Spots Dog's “Wonky Face” On Facebook & Drives 2500-Miles To Bring Him Home

You know that feeling you get when you look at a dog and just know they're meant to be part of your family? Even when you weren't really thinking about getting another dog? Of... Read more ...

Saint Bernard Runs Next Door To Visit 95-Year-Old Neighbor Every Chance He Gets

Since the day Brody the Saint Bernard was brought home, he has had a super sweet relationship with his 93-year-old neighbor. It was love at first sight for the big furry boy... Read more ...

Animal Groomers Recommend The Best Pet Shampoos For Cats And Dogs

Shop hypoallergenic shampoo bars, sensitive skin-friendly formulas and shampoos just for shedders. Read more ...

23 Of The Funniest Tweets About Cats And Dogs This Week

"Trying to take a picture with your cat is like eating soup on a rollercoaster." Read more ...

The 10 Best Wearable Dog Carriers To Tote Your Fabulously Furry One Everywhere

IHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. The best wearable dog carriers allow you to... Read more ...

Mama Moose Watches Helplessly As Fishermen Try To Save Her Calf From Drowning

When a tiny baby moose fell into a lake, it struggled to stay above the surface. Plus, its poor mother was forced to stand helplessly on the water's edge, unable to save her... Read more ...

Manatee Acts As Guardian Angel For Dog Stranded In River

There's nothing more heartwarming than a pair of unlikely animal friends. Something about them being there for each other without being able to communicate is enough to bring... Read more ...