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09/14/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Animal science: Horses remember people’s emotional expressions to identify a potential threat

Like cats and dogs, horses are some of the most socially intelligent animals. According to a study, horses can even interpret human facial expressions to identify potential threats. The study, which was published in the journal Current Biology and spearheaded by researchers from the University of Sussex and the University of Portsmouth, showed that “horses can read and then […]

12/01/2017 / By Janine Acero

Non-traditional therapy: How horses help heal veterans with PTSD

Animals have been constant companions to humans for a long time. They have helped us in many ways from guiding physically challenged persons to cuddling with us on the couch. Now, an alternative therapy for managing and easing PTSD in war veterans is being practiced, with the help of rescued and retired horses. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder […]

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