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Author: Craig C Downer

Restoring the true intent of the Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act is a worthy goal whose time has come now. The herds need to be restored to genetically viable levels in corresponding habitats to enable long-term viability.
Features News 

It is time to do something truly good for America’s wild horses

May 9, 2022May 11, 2022 Craig C Downer 95 Views 6 Comments Comment, Wild horses

Restoring the true intent of the Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act is a worthy goal whose time has come now. The herds need to be restored to genetically viable levels in corresponding habitats to enable long-term viability.

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The minimum time for eggs to develop into the third larval stage was between 4 and 22 days. Development of the eggs was slowest at 10°C and fastest at 30°C.
Health News 

Small strongyles like it hot, French research shows

May 8, 2022May 10, 2022 Mark Andrews 49 Views 0 Comments

The minimum time for eggs to develop into the third larval stage was between 4 and 22 days. Development of the eggs was slowest at 10°C and fastest at 30°C.

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Ancient DNA is providing some important answers around the question of horse domestication.
Culture News 

The tale of the domesticated horse

May 7, 2022May 10, 2022 Amber Dance 63 Views 0 Comments

Ancient DNA is providing some important answers around the question of horse domestication.

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A long-time equine researcher looks at the evolution of reproduction technology and how old samples are helping scientists today.
Breeding News 

Horse breeding expert explains the unique equine embryo

May 2, 2022May 8, 2022 Jackie Bellamy-Zions 73 Views 0 Comments

A long-time equine researcher looks at the evolution of reproduction technology and how old samples are helping scientists today.

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The emotional skills of horses may be part of how we achieve sporting greatness together, but it also emphasises the need to take care of their psychological wellbeing.
Care & Training News 

Elite performance horses: Why they’re supreme athletes – and how to train them ethically

April 30, 2022May 2, 2022 Heather Cameron-Whytock 104 Views 0 Comments

The emotional skills of horses may be part of how we achieve sporting greatness together, but it also emphasises the need to take care of their psychological wellbeing.

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Ponies in German study demonstrated a clear preference for water containing 0.5%NaCl, but consistently avoided concentrations above 0.75%.
Care & Training News 

Water for my horses: A little salt is OK by ponies

April 30, 2022May 2, 2022 Mark Andrews 82 Views 0 Comments

Ponies in German study demonstrated a clear preference for water containing 0.5%NaCl, but consistently avoided concentrations above 0.75%.

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Researchers look into the effect of blue light treatment on gestation length and pregnancy outcome in horses.
Breeding News 

Smaller foals, shorter gestation noted after blue-light therapy

April 28, 2022April 30, 2022 Mark Andrews 88 Views 0 Comments

Researchers look into the effect of blue light treatment on gestation length and pregnancy outcome in horses.

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Horse-assisted therapy is particularly useful for young people experiencing mental health and behavioural issues.
Features News 

Pet therapy: how dogs, cats and horses help improve human wellbeing

April 10, 2022April 13, 2022 Ann Hemingway 135 Views 0 Comments EAS

Horse-assisted therapy is particularly useful for young people experiencing mental health and behavioural issues.

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Juan Matute Guimon and Quantico, whom he is riding at the World Cup Finals, in March at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Florida. They scored over 80%, and it was Matute Guimon's first win back following his injury.
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From coma to World Cup: Juan Matute Guimon’s remarkable recovery

April 10, 2022April 12, 2022 Louise Parkes 148 Views 0 Comments

Two years ago, a brain bleed left Juan Matute Guimon in a coma for almost a month. This week he is competing at the Dressage World Cup Final in Leipzig.

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At the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, Ananya Mahalingam-Dhingra, left, a recent graduate of the veterinary school, and Jillian Minuto, a resident at the Hospital for Large Animals, test Melissa Mazan's invention on an equine patient. Photo: Melissa Mazan
Care & Training News 

New lung function testing device for horses a potential game-changer

April 7, 2022April 12, 2022 Angela Nelson 167 Views 0 Comments

A portable device to test equine lung function has been developed, that would allow on-farm testing.

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Veterinary student Ashlyn Ketterer, left, and WCVM researcher Dr Claire Card work with one of the mares enrolled in the research team's study that focuses on maternal recognition of pregnancy.
Breeding News 

Study of hormonal signals in mare pregnancy a first

April 5, 2022April 8, 2022 Jeanette Neufeld and Sheriton Smith 168 Views 0 Comments

Scientists in Canada are working to interpret the hormonal signals involved in maternal recognition of pregnancy in horses.

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WCVM PhD student Dr Suzanne Mund.
Care & Training News 

Stem cell therapy shows promise in aiding equine wound healing

April 2, 2022April 4, 2022 Myrna MacDonald 164 Views 0 Comments

The horses’ healed wounds had smaller immature scar sizes, which may signal a better repair in terms of cosmetics and function.

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Excessively long or twisted cords can restrict blood supply to the fetus and cause significant health issues — often leading to death.
Breeding News 

Researchers seek help to explore link between umbilical cord twists and foal health

April 1, 2022April 4, 2022 Myrna MacDonald 173 Views 0 Comments

Canadian researchers are investigating whether excessively long umbilical cords or cords with more twists than usual affect the health outcomes of foals.

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Donkeys in the study who had their first bout of laminitis were likely to be younger, less likely to have had concentrate feed, and more likely to have another medical condition.
Care & Training News 

Not the same as horses: Researchers explore laminitis in donkeys

March 31, 2022April 1, 2022 Mark Andrews 192 Views 0 Comments

Donkeys in the study who had their first bout of laminitis were likely to be younger, less likely to have had concentrate feed, and more likely to have another medical condition.

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A colic surgery incision. The sutures are removed around 12 to 14 days after surgery.
Care & Training News 

Colic surgery in horses: Post-op care key to success

March 21, 2022March 23, 2022 Sabrina Brashares 286 Views 0 Comments

Generally, a horse that has fully recovered from colic surgery is no less healthy than it was before the colic episode.

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Fescue is often infected with an endophyte that can produce compounds toxic to horses and other livestock. The most common of these is ergovaline.
Breeding News 

Warning to horse breeders over tall fescue toxicity

March 14, 2022March 17, 2022 Jordan Strickler 256 Views 0 Comments

Fescue is often infected with an endophyte that can produce compounds toxic to horses and other livestock. The most common of these is ergovaline.

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Based on research to date, it is believed that Thoroughbreds who experience a catastrophic injury during racing will demonstrate multiple pre-race differences in mRNA expression when compared with non-injured, race-matched control horses.
Care & Training News 

Study finds that retrained racehorses “more social” than other breeds

March 13, 2022March 17, 2022 Mark Andrews 322 Views 0 Comments OTTB

Owner reports indicate that “self-control is greater in thoroughbreds, and “dominance/aggression” is also higher in off-the-track racehorses.

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CBD products for animals are increasingly being marketed but two US researchers urge caution over the lack of formal regulation.
Health News 

How safe and effective are CBD products for companion animals?

March 11, 2022March 13, 2022 Suzette Smiley-Jewell and Pamela Lein 314 Views 0 Comments

CBD products for animals are increasingly being marketed but two US researchers urge caution over the lack of formal regulation.

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Dr Thomas Koch examines a horse's fetlock. His team is looking at encapsulating stem cells for treating horses with osteoarthritis.
Care & Training News 

Gel-coated stem cells could be next step for horses with osteoarthritis

March 11, 2022March 13, 2022 Jackie Bellamy-Zions 211 Views 0 Comments

“When you encapsulate the cells within hydrogel, you can keep the cells in the joint longer, and this may lead to better treatment outcomes.”

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Study finds that some microorganisms don't make it through the proximal gastro-intestinal tract, and enteric protection should be considered to improve viability.
Care & Training News 

Effect of stomach acid on equine probiotics explored

February 25, 2022February 27, 2022 Mark Andrews 1721 Views 0 Comments

Study finds that some microorganisms don’t make it through the proximal gastro-intestinal tract, and enteric protection should be considered to improve viability.

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