Young females seek specialist concussion help later than males, study finds
“Delayed presentation to specialty care for concussion is associated with prolonged recovery, and that is something we can potentially address.”
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Emtech dies at Santa Anita, adding to racetrack toll
Horse was euthanized on the track after breaking both forelimbs.
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Experts weigh in on the biggest risk factor for common form of laminitis
The key to prevention of endocrinopathic laminitis is early identification of horses at risk.
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Legendary eventer Winsome Adante dies at 26
US Eventing Association Hall of Famer and three-time eventing Horse of the Year was a consistent performer throughout his career.
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Ongoing study explores horses’ reactions to electric vehicles
Princess Anne, the Princess Royal, was brought up to speed with the ongoing research during a recent visit to Askham Bryan College in England.
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Wild horse fertility control measures on verge of major boost in US
Senate Appropriations Committee dedicates an extra $US35 million toward the first-ever large-scale effort to implement “proven, safe and humane” control measures.
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Abnormal bony changes common in the neck of horses – study
The findings of the American study showed a high prevalence of mild grades of bone disease affected cervical and upper thoracic vertebrae.
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Hay airdrop brings aids to Texas animals in Imelda’s aftermath
Tropical Storm Imelda brought more rain and flooding to some coastal areas of Southeast Texas than Hurricane Harvey.
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Rein tension in dressage transitions explored in study
“Large differences in rein tension between the horses and riders suggests that it is possible for some riders to make the horse perform transitions with a lighter contact, and that this is a feasible goal during training.”
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Warmblood Fragile Foal mutation found in thoroughbreds, but not a breakdown cause
Study finds that WFFS mutation is not a genetic risk factor for catastrophic breakdown and is present only at a very low frequency in thoroughbreds.
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Neuromas found at castration sites. Could some be painful?
It is possible that at least some of the neuromas formed will be painful, say researchers.
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Beating the heat: When is it too hot to ride your horse?
If it is too hot, it may be dangerous to exercise your horse, experts warn.
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Genetic insights into Britain’s only native warmblood horse revealed
“The Cleveland Bay is unique among world horse breeds and conservation is important.”
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Aust researchers delve into inflammation-insulin dysregulation link in horses
Underlying insulin dysregulation has been shown to account for about 90% of all laminitis cases in some populations.
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Crush injury caused young eventing rider’s death, inquest finds
Coroner concludes that Iona Sclater suffered a fatal crush injury caused when the horse she was riding landed on top of her.
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Humans’ role in North American extinctions laid bare in research
Study dismisses the notion that humans are in some way separate from “natural” environments.
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Genetic “jewels” may lie within the Estonian Native Horse, say researchers
Special attention should be paid to genetic features that may be related to the breed’s renowned disease resistance and excellent adaptation to a harsh environment.
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Tim Mair new president of British Equine Veterinary Association
New BEVA president keen to focus on the Equine Veterinary Horizons Project, looking at advances in the veterinary field, and how practices can adapt to them.
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DNA tells the story of breeding decisions among Swedish Warmbloods
The genes show that breeders are chasing desirable behaviour, physical abilities and fertility.
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On film and in bronze: Valegro makes mark again
“Valegro: Sculpting the Legend” tells the story of the citizens of Newent in Gloucestershire and how the honoured Olympic gold medalist Valegro.
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