We want to make horse adoption just as commonplace as dog and cat adoption—in our opinion, it’s the smartest way to go about adding a horse to your life! Please read on to learn about the many benefits and advantages to adoption. (If you’re already convinced that adopting a horse is right for you, go […]
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Six Horse Breeds You Should Know
A horse is a horse, of course, of course—but did you know there are over 350 different breeds of horses around the world? That’s about the same as domestic dogs, and waaaaay more than cats! Horses have been carefully bred for thousands of years, leading to a spectacular diversity of horse breeds, sizes and traits. […]
Don’t “Horse” Around with These Common Toxic Trees and Shrubs!
For those equine parents out there, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center wants you to be aware of trees and shrubs your horses and donkeys should avoid. While horses and donkeys are herbivores and plants make up their entire diet, there are some plants that can cause them to become very sick or even die […]
We Wish You a Mini (Horse) Christmas
blog_mini-horse-christmass_121319_main.jpg One of the biggest hurdles to nurturing our animal companions is the cost of care. For some guardians of horses, the costs can quickly become overwhelming. Unfortunately, horses don’t have access to the same types of shelters and rehoming services as cats, dogs, bunnies and other animals. That’s why the ASPCA, along with our […]
ASPCA Represents Wild Horse and Burro Proposal at U.S. Senate Hearing
blog_wild-horse-proposal_071919_main.jpg In a historic milestone for America’s iconic wild horses and burros, ASPCA Senior Vice President of Government Relations Nancy Perry, testified this week before the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining about the path forward to humane and sustainable management of these beloved animals. In her remarks, Perry established […]
‘Trojan horse’ antibiotic can kill drug-resistant bacteria
‘Trojan horse’ antibiotic can kill drug-resistant superbugs from WITHIN ‘by hijacking their defences’ The drug, called cefiderocol, works by attaching itself on to iron molecules Once allowed inside the bacterial cell, it can destroy it from within, experts say Experts now hope it will top up the world’s dwindling arsenal of antibiotics Antibiotic resistance is […]