Horses' behavior is influenced by the smell of fear, reveals new research. Mares and stallions exposed to the smell of human fear exhibited higher levels of fearful behavior and were less inclined to ...

Turns out the old saying about animals smelling fear isn’t just folk wisdom. Horses actually can detect when humans are afraid through scent alone, and new research suggests that fear-related ...

Despite the fact that horses evolved on a forage-based diet that is high in fiber and low in calories, some horse owners and trainers just can't resist feeding a low-fiber, calorie-dense diet. "Horses ...

A new horse arrives at the stable—and a few days later, it bears bite marks. In the paddock, it’s sent away, and at the hay, ...

You might think that a future where animals are replaced by robots is dystopian. But from horses carrying or pulling heavy loads to dogs guarding livestock and residences, working animals have already ...