Researchers point to potential of equine dairy industry
Equine milk products are consumed by an estimated 30 million people worldwide. Even so, consumer recognition of equine milk and its derivatives remain limited.
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“The ideal thoroughbred” A.P. Indy dies aged 31
“How many sale toppers are yearlings that end up being that good where they are Horse of the Year and then go on and be two-time champion sire and then have the long-term influence that he has had and will continue to have?”
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Bit specialist speaks out over “misinformation” in FEI rules
Accredited bit fitter says descriptions in FEI and EA rulebooks of the action of some bits are incorrect.
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Researchers weigh in with study on the effects of rider weight on horses
“There are currently no strict weight limits for riders. However, we believe that horse riders should pay more attention to this problem,” say researchers.
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Quarter of horses in study proved to be innovative problem-solvers
Findings suggest the most successful horses may have benefited from enriched environments.
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Welfare strategy hailed as a privotal moment for British racing
The Horse Welfare Board’s proposal for collective lifetime responsibility envisions traceability across the lifetime of each horse bred for racing.
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Royal backing for fight against donkey skin trade
Brooke and The Donkey Sanctuary bring their donkey skin trade campaigns to the Queen Sofia Foundation in Madrid.
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Inertial sensors on horses put to the test in asymmetry study
“It is reasonable to assume that not all horses will have equal hindlimb length, even if the horse is healthy and functioning normally?”
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Rescuing the rescue horses: When good intentions go bad
“Anyone can set up a rescue centre, and although these are usually set up with the best of intentions, some struggle to provide the necessary care for the animals.”
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Grants to support studies exploring the human-animal bond
A three-year funding programme has been announced by the Society for Companion Animal Studies to support research that furthers understanding of the human-animal bond.
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Charity airs concerns over traditional medicine made from donkey skins
The charity Brooke is concerned about the risk of spreading viruses as donkey skins are transported from Africa, Asia and South America.
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Olympic points lost as FEI removes French events from rankings
Issues with competitions in France affect Olympic rankings; Qatar loses team jumping spot over riders’ positive tests for cannabis metabolite.
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Gut secrets: Microbial differences between donkeys and horses revealed
Donkeys prove to be most distinctive among equine species, with their superior ability to digest fiber.
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Webinar: Working safely with donkey feet
Hour-long webinar looks at methods and techniques to enable safe hoof handling.
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Researchers explore the effects of cannabidiol on horses
“Horse owners have all heard the hype about the potential benefits of CBD oil … we are working to give them the reliable data …”
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Australian racing industry has failed retired racehorses – report
“For the most part, the industry’s failure appears to be the product of chronic inattention rather than deliberate disregard.”
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Play time! New sand arena a hit with rescued equines
Year-round exercise area proves popular with rescued donkeys and mules.
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Veterinary initiative aims to get students into equine practice
British Equine Veterinary Association offers free membership to students to help encourage more vets into equine practice.
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Old habits and popular beliefs die hard when it comes to horse welfare – researcher
“Animal welfare opens a very interesting but a very difficult research area,” says Clemence Lesimple.
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FEI’s jumping boss John Roche announces retirement
FEI Jumping Director John Roche, who has played a key role in equestrian sport’s global governing body since first joining the Federation in May 1987, will retire at the end of February.
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