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An ethical framework for use of horses in sport has been unveiled, in "a pivotal step forward" to help equestrian sport make decisions affecting horse welfare.
Care & Training News 

Ethical challenges of equestrian sport tackled head-on in new framework

November 11, 2021November 15, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 6198 Views 0 Comments

An ethical framework for use of horses in sport has been unveiled, in “a pivotal step forward” to help equestrian sport make decisions affecting horse welfare that are underpinned by an ethical basis.

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Upcoming HorseTribe webinars look at fear in horses, the future of the ridden horse, and how to create a perfect plait.
Education & Entertainment 

Footage of horses hamming it up sought for equine behaviour video

November 11, 2021November 11, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 5177 Views 0 Comments

Equine Science Talk is seeking footage of horses doing innovative things to feature on a new video.

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A rider with his horse after jumping their round at the test event for Modern Pentathlon's new format, in Budapest, Hungary in April 2021.
Features News 

Modern pentathlon cuts riding phase after 2024 Olympics

November 10, 2021November 15, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 7592 Views 0 Comments Olympics 2020, Olympics 2024

“Life within the Olympic movement changes fast. While our sport is confirmed for Paris 2024 with our exciting new format in place (including riding), Los Angeles 2028 is a different matter and we must be flexible and embrace change once again.”

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The influenza virus viewed under an electron microscope.
Latest News Research 

Horses probably a major flu reservoir before the 20th century – review

November 10, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 5463 Views 0 Comments Biosecurity

Increasing industrialization saw a decline in the importance of horses as an influenza A reservoir, according to researchers.

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Mark Laskin, at centre, with the victorious Canadian Show Jumping Team at the 2018 Longines Nations’ Cup in Ocala, Florida. He is flanked by riders, from left, François Lamontagne, Eric Lamaze, Ian Millar, and Tiffany Foster.
Latest News 

Canada’s jumping chef d’équipe resigns over contract issues

November 10, 2021November 10, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 5698 Views 1 Comment

Mark Laskin has cited contract issues and interference from Equestrian Canada’s leadership group as the reasons for his resignation. He has been chef d’équipe since 2012.

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Horses need to doze, and it's essential they get to lie down so they can achieve the required REM portion of their sleep cycle.
Care & Training Latest News 

Let sleeping horses lie: Researchers explore snoozing in older, lame equines

November 9, 2021November 9, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 8854 Views 0 Comments

Neither age nor lameness due to chronic orthopedic disease had much effect on the time spent lying down in a just-published study.

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More investigations are warranted into the recently discovered equine paravoviruses, say researchers.
Health Latest News 

Could recently discovered equine parvoviruses play a role in colic?

November 9, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 5424 Views 0 Comments

More investigations are warranted into the recently discovered equine paravoviruses, say researchers.

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Cleveland Bay mare Scarholme Litha.
Breeding Latest News 

“Family tree” for Cleveland Bay horses has helped cut inbreeding

November 9, 2021November 10, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 7892 Views 0 Comments Rare breeds

Researchers have developed a simple traffic light system based on whether horses are related and should be bred. It has helped reduce the inbreeding in Cleveland Bay horses to less than 0.5% per generation.

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British Dressage has awarded an Honorary Patronage to para equestrian rider Sir Lee Pearson.
Features News 

Rare honour for British para equestrian guru Sir Lee Pearson

November 9, 2021November 12, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 6297 Views 0 Comments

“Lee is a pioneer, a barrier breaker, a stereotype challenger, a role model. He’s an inspiration to many. Over 40 championship medals, a knighthood… it’s little wonder he’s affectionately called the ‘Godfather of Para Dressage’.”

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Insufficient forage intake as well as high sugars and starch intake were most commonly linked with gastric ulcers in the cases investigated.
Health Latest News 

Food-related factors linked to gastric ulcers in horses explored

November 8, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 5548 Views 0 Comments

Insufficient forage intake as well as high sugars and starch intake were most commonly linked with gastric ulcers in the cases investigated.

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Some of the images in the National Museum of Racing's Photo Finish exhibition.
Culture Education & Entertainment 

Horse racing showcased in photographic exhibition

November 8, 2021November 8, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 4193 Views 0 Comments

The selected photographs document the entire racing experience, from the farm to the backstretch to the winner’s circle.

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Kentucky's Daniel Boone National Forest will benefit from a $US2.4 million grant that will enable upgrades to horse riding and non-motorised trails.
Features Latest News 

$2.4m grant for Kentucky forest’s horse riding trails a “game-changer”

November 8, 2021November 8, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 5341 Views 0 Comments

“There is a ton of ground to cover, both literally and figuratively, when it comes to maintaining, updating, and improving our trail system.”

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The Jockey Club has announced five scholarships for the 2022-2023 academic year, open to students from all breeds and disciplines.
Latest News 

$US76,000 in horse racing scholarships on offer

November 8, 2021November 8, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 5280 Views 0 Comments

The Jockey Club has announced five scholarships for the 2022-2023 academic year, open to students from all breeds and disciplines.

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Wild horses in the Kosciuszko National Park. Photo: Jimmyvandewall, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Features Latest News 

Australian national park plan proposes reducing horse numbers by more than 10,000

November 7, 2021November 7, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 7228 Views 0 Comments Wild horses

A draft management plans sets a target population of 3000 horses, but some scientists want them all removed.

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Schematic 3D model of Toxoplasma gondii inside a host cell.
Health Latest News 

Common parasite could be latest cancer-fighting tool

November 7, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 5079 Views 0 Comments

The team managed to ‘tame’ the parasite Toxoplasma gondii – a single-celled opportunistic protozoan capable of infecting a broad range of warm-blooded animals and has been reported in nearly one-third of the world’s human population.

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The simulator is programmed with motions which were measured from advanced level dressage and show jumping horses whilst being ridden by advanced riders.
Care & Training Latest News 

Next-generation sim horse promises actual equine motion

November 6, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 6998 Views 0 Comments EAS

The simulator is programmed with motions which were measured from advanced level dressage and show jumping horses whilst being ridden by advanced riders.

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A group of 24 young riders has joined British Equestrian's Young Professionals Programme, which aims to help young people build a wider skill set to support their personal and career development in the equestrian industry.
Care & Training Latest News 

Simple Eventing interventions could reduce fall risks, say researchers

November 6, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 6364 Views 0 Comments Eventing safety, Rider safety

Researchers identify characteristics linked to an increased risk of Eventing falls, such as higher-level competitions, longer courses, and less experienced horses and athletes.

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Phenotypic classification of vitiligo-like depigmentation, grade 2 and 3.
Health Latest News 

Genes linked to vitiligo in horses possibly tied to melanoma susceptibility – study

November 5, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 7120 Views 0 Comments

The skin depigmentation disease affects mainly grey horses.

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Developing a top-quality sport horse requires good breeding and careful training for the animal to reach its full potential. It also requires a lot of water, researchers in Argentina have found.
Care & Training Latest News 

Developing sport horses is a water-intensive enterprise – study

November 5, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 6251 Views 1 Comment

The study team with the University of Buenos Aires calculates, for the first time, the water footprint of jumping sport horses.

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More than 100 of the 120 equids assessed presented some type of skin alteration, comprising open wounds, scarring and swellings. Others showed visual signs of lameness and overgrown or cracked hooves.
Features Latest News 

Working equines’ climate change role highlighted at COP26

November 5, 2021November 5, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 5788 Views 0 Comments

UN Climate Change Conference will hear how working equines play an essential role in building resilience to climate change in lower to middle-income countries and provide critical support after disasters.

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