Drugs in equine passports in Germany often not listed, findings suggest
Researchers with the Free University of Berlin identified worrying discrepancies.
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New book pays homage to famous American Saddlebred show horse
“Sky Watch: Chasing an American Saddlebred Story” is not only the tale of a remarkable horse, but of the breed itself.
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Arterial blood analysis in horses with colic can aid decision-making, researchers find
The study in England looked at arterial blood samples from 352 horses with colic at a university equine referral hospital.
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Night blindness gene found in two more gaited horse breeds
Research suggests congenital stationary night blindness is under-diagnosed in the Tennessee Walking Horse. The study also confirms that the Standardbred and Missouri Fox Trotting Horse breeds can also be affected.
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Can we use smells to enrich the environment of horses?
Researchers find that the use of smells hold promises, but much more research is required.
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US cross-country claims life of training-level horse
Ready to Rumble died after hitting a fence on the cross-country at Apple Knoll Farm Horse Trials in Massachusetts.
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White G1-winning thoroughbred Sodashi retired
Striking racehorse Sodashi, a three-time Group One winner, has been retired to stud.
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Insulin dysregulation in ponies occurs across a range of body conditions – study
Insulin dysregulation, which increases the risk of laminitis, occurs not just in ponies that are overweight, the study team found.
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Video: Here’s what bone chip surgery in a horse looks like
Dr Larry Bramlage performs surgery on a three-year-old racehorse, and explains the process.
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Brain biometrics help identify sports concussions
Micromovements of the brain, called headpulses, can help identify an ongoing concussion.
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Is it time to revisit the way Britain’s native ponies are managed?
A fresh study casts new light on the way owners manage native ponies, and the risks inherent in these breeds.
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Hay feeders vs. free choice: What is best for horses?
Researchers looked at several feeding methods including free-choice feeding, a slow-feeder, and an automatic box feeder.
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Antibody-based tests crucial to sustainable control of horse parasites – review
Scientists examine the use of innovative diagnostics to aid the sustainable management of parasitic worms in horses.
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“Landmark sale” as art collection fetches £9.6m
The auction of the private collection of art collected by revered designer Robert Kime exceeded all expectations, achieving a total of £9.6 million against pre-sale estimates of £1.5 million.
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Benefits seen in allergen-specific immunotherapy in horses – review
The review team with North Carolina State University identified a need for more rigorous research into the treatment.
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New best-practice guide for young horses aims for “Better Beginnings”
The British Horse Foundation’s Better Beginnings programme aims to provide young horses with a start that will set them up for the future.
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Risks of NSAIDs in horses causing right dorsal colitis laid bare in study
A look at a series of cases in Australia linked most to excessive dosages and prolonged use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
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Horses and Japanese encephalitis virus: Aust biosecurity measures to be dropped
Australia issues its final review of the risk of Japanese encephalitis in horses from approved countries, with current biosecurity measures removed.
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Which way forward for racing? Sobering lessons from the Grand National
A journal commentary, centered on the Grand National, discusses how racing can maintain its social licence to operate.
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New book aims to help riders achieve Harmonious Horsemanship
A new book by Sue Dyson and Sue Palmer aims to help riders recognise and resolve issues with their horses.
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