The cortisol conundrum: Curious questions around the quintessential stress hormone
Researchers report that cortisol levels are not necessarily a reliable stress indicator in horses, especially those suffering from chronic stress.
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TV star ponies shun the limelight for a normal life
Ponies who featured on Channel 4’s “Animal Rescue Live” are in happy homes flourishing in their new roles.
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Can animals tell an earthquake is coming?
US researchers describe events which create sounds that they believe animals may respond to ahead of earthquakes.
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Due for a new helmet? Now’s the time for horse riders to buy in
Get a discounted helmet on September 16 and 17, for International Helmet Awareness Day.
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Where there’s a will … Equine charity supporters urged to consider a legacy
Remember A Charity Week’s theme this year is “Have Your Say on the World You Want to Pass On”.
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New hope at hand for equine neck issues and injuries
Lameness isn’t always caused by leg or hoof issues. Neck issues are increasingly being diagnosed as the problem area.
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Microchipping horses: How it’s done, and why
Microchipping is becoming commonplace in the equine world. Here’s an outline of how it is done, and why.
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US House Rules Committee criticized for voting down horse amendments
“If this direction continues, Congress will only embolden a relative few intent on ridding our public lands of wild horses, altogether, for personal profit.”
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Rise in horses rescues across England and Wales last year described as alarming
“For several years now we as a charity have been picking up the pieces of the equine crisis,” the RSCPA says.
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The squeeze that could help save your foal’s life
Madigan Foal Squeeze Procedure can deliver quite remarkable results in newborns with neonatal maladjustment syndrome.
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Gifts and cards help bring Christmas cheer to equines in need
Blue Cross has horsey gifts galore for equine lovers for this festive season.
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Super-cute Nutkin nabs Rehomed Superstar title at Burghley Horse Trials
Nutkin voted as ‘People’s Choice’ Rehomed Superstar in closely fought contest between six rehomed World Horse Welfare horses and ponies in the final.
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US Trotting Association opposes ‘one-size-fits-all’ federal racing bill
It says the approach in the bill isn’t right, isn’t fair, doesn’t promote equine health, and won’t work.
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Reunited (and it feels so good): Fate brings pony back to old owner
“When it hit me that I would probably never see John Willy again I was devastated. It is the biggest regret of my life.”
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Buzz off! Top tips to rid horses of those pesky flies
Eight practical tips to help horse owners take control of flies and keep horses more comfortable in the heat.
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FEI secretary general elected first president of new Paralympic Association
An additional role for the FEI secretary general.
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New veterinary TV show aims to give ‘complete picture’ of industry
Vet TV is a first for the veterinary profession in Australia.
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Tiny rescue horse Star steps into a big role with World Horse Welfare
“Whilst he might be one of the smallest ponies at the farm standing at little over 80cm high, he certainly has one of the biggest characters!”
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Horse making you feel miserable? Their sweat might be to blame
A key protein in horse sweat, latherin, is shown to be a major allergen.
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Horse riding found to significantly reduce autism symptoms in children
“Results indicate that the intervention improves some aspects of social functioning for children with autism spectrum disorder.”
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