Potential for ertugliflozin to help horses with insulin dysregulation highlighted
The drug belongs to a relatively new class of human antidiabetic drugs that lower insulin concentration by inhibiting glucose resorption in the kidneys.
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A Christmas story: Starved mare recovers to take on orphan foal
An emaciated mare who was nursed back to health by World Horse Welfare has become the inspirational face behind the charity’s Christmas appeal.
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Cortisol offers crucial insights into horse wellbeing – review
Cortisol is considered a biomarker for assessing both psychological and physiological stress in horses.
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Challenges in comparing equine flu vaccines – review
The requirement for frequent vaccination in the field to limit virus shedding and hence transmission is apparent, the researchers said.
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Horses for All: Diversity, inclusion key to equestrian world’s future
“We’ve acknowledged our previous shortcomings but now must seize the opportunities outlined in the strategy to initiate the actions and changes required.”
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Scientists warn of need to preserve genetics of native horse breeds
The unique genomic architecture of animal breeds need to be preserved, they say, as they represent monuments of the historical development of mankind.
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African Union’s endorsement a milestone in stopping donkey skin trade
Over the last decade, hundreds of thousands of donkeys have been slaughtered for their skins and exported.
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Side preferences in horses discussed in review
“Recent research in lateralisation and stress has helped scientists find links between stress and the sides of the body animals use to inspect new objects and people or engage in new experiences.”
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OTTB groups receive $4m in aftercare funding
The $US3.8 million in grants for 2023 brings the total awarded by the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA) since its inception in 2012 to $31.9 million.
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Early castration in horses does not disrupt bone, cartilage metabolism, findings suggest
Researchers quantified the levels of biomarkers of cartilage and bone anabolism and catabolism, as well as of osteoarthritis and inflammation.
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Sport horse group calls for welfare charter
Sporthorse Welfare Foundation calls for improved education and research and a dedicated welfare charter to inform those involved in equestrian management practices.
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Stride changes in Eventing horses may indicate onset of fatigue – study
The study team used data from a sternal-mounted sensor to analyse stride parameters between and at the jumps.
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Lifetime Achievement award for late Queen’s groom
Prestigious award for Terry Pendry, who worked and rode with Queen Elizabeth II from 1994 until her death in 2022.
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Regional differences in performance of fat-derived stromal cells in horses identified
Identifying the ideal source for these cells for different species is important in developing regenerative therapies.
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Conference explores environmental sustainability in the horse world
“We all share one future. One health, one welfare. Animals, humans and the environment are intertwined.”
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Researchers share the skinny on laminitis risk in horses
The middle-heavy body shape was associated with higher total adiponectin concentrations than both other shapes, suggesting this fat accumulation pattern may be less detrimental in ponies.
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Review shows benefits of regenerative medicine for joint issues in horses
Regenerative therapies involve the use of living cells and non-cell therapies to treat various diseases, injuries, and medical conditions to restore affected tissue to its native state.
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Pathway laid out for future-proofing horse sports
Final report of horse sport’s Equine Ethics and Wellbeing Commission to serve as a blueprint for future-proofing equestrian sports.
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Connemara pony study reveals worrying levels of obesity, metabolic issues
The study team said owners must be educated on the effects of obesity, equine metabolic syndrome and endocrinopathic laminitis, as these pose a welfare risk.
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Modeling tool developed to help decision-makers manage wild horses
New tool allows different management options to be assessed individually or in tandem.
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