Biofilm formation explains resistance of equine recurrent uveitis to treatment – study
Common eye condition in horses is a biofilm-associated leptospiral infection, researchers show.
Read moreCommon eye condition in horses is a biofilm-associated leptospiral infection, researchers show.
Read moreLouis Romanet is stepping down as chairman of the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities after 27 years in the role, passing the baton to Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges.
Read moreImproved knowledge of equine learning theory might reduce the number of injuries, researchers suggest.
Read moreThe first annual census of equines in Ireland is scheduled to take place at the end of the year.
Read moreFourth annual SEIB Insurance Brokers Awards honours charities, riding schools and others.
Read morePreliminary results suggest the technique may be a useful adjunct to conditioning competition horses in disciplines involving a high risk of lower limb injury.
Read more“Commercialised slaughter of donkeys in Kenya has led to increased donkey theft, loss of donkey-supported livelihoods, poaching and bush slaughter.”
Read moreThree winners had their time in the spotlight with awards at the BEVA Congress for their work in the equine veterinary profession. Last year, two awards were made virtually.
Read moreFollow-up sessions in the form of webinars on equine health topics are being offered following the 10th European Equine Health and Nutrition Congress (EEHNC).
Read moreA range of actions could be put in place before, during and after veterinary school to address the wellbeing issues, researchers suggest.
Read more“My mission is to support the wellbeing and mental health of our fantastic equine veterinary professionals, to help them do what they need to do; this way we can look after the welfare of horses even more effectively.”
Read moreOldenburg foal sale has a turnover of €296,000, with sale topping filly fetching €36,500. And in Poland, and embryo by Baloubet du Rouet has sold for €9500.
Read moreThe study team had expected that the starch from the three different sources would cause differences in growth in the foals.
Read more“It was never about making a pretty horse. It was something else.” — Susan Rothenberg
Read moreLevels of six glycerophospholipids could serve to predict whether ponies are susceptible to laminitis, say researchers.
Read moreDennis Duggan, currently the CEO of rural youth association Macra Na Feirme, will take up the role with Ireland’s lead horse sports body in January 2022.
Read moreDr Nancy Cox and Len Coleman recognised for their efforts in co-chairing the nominating committee of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority.
Read moreA barefoot hoof may be capable of storing more potential energy than its shod counterpart, as the heels are able to expand under load to a greater extent.
Read moreField ecologist Erick Lundgren will share his knowledge and talk about his extensive work about the benefits wild horses and burros bring to the environment.
Read moreYears of measurement data from 490 horses was gathered from a saddle fitting company, which used a flexible wither tracing tool.
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