Biochemical parameters of riding school horses compared to their competitive cousins
“Little is known about the physical activity-dependent changes of blood parameters in horses used for pleasure and in riding schools.”
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Equestrian world unites to pay tribute to Prince Philip
“The Horse World Remembers – an Equestrian Tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh” is being coordinated by Royal Windsor Horse Show, of which Prince Philip was president for 30 years.
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Caution urged in thermal imaging’s role in assessing saddle fit
“The increase in thermal activity in the thoracic region found in the present study was as a function of exercise and not saddle fit.”
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FEI’s HorseApp upgraded for EHV-1 competition return protocols
New modules have been added to the FEI HorseApp to monitor key mandatory requirements in the Return To Competition measures that will allow for a safe resumption of international equestrian sport in mainland Europe.
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Ancient wolves shifted diet away from horses in successful survival strategy
It was possibly only the ability of gray wolves to adapt their diet to other species that enabled them to the survive beyond the last Ice Age.
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White thoroughbred filly speeds to latest Group One success
White thoroughbred filly Sodashi, a daughter of the famous “spotted wonder”, Buchiko, has taken out the first leg of Japan’s fillies’ triple crown.
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Eventing horses should be monitored for bit-related injuries, say researchers
“Since most mouth lesions are not evidenced as bleeding outside the mouth, the bit area should be monitored.”
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World endurance champs pushes through trying times to mark discipline’s “rebirth”
FEI World Endurance Championships to get under way in just over a month in Italy’s San Rossore area near Pisa.
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Competition-related horse businesses hit hardest by Covid-19 restrictions
“The long-term impacts of Covid-19 restrictions will ultimately depend on the shape of the general market’s recovery.”
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Novel rotavirus the likely culprit in outbreak of diarrhea in Kentucky foals
Jump in diarrhea cases was noted in the first few months of the year, which makes up the bulk of the busy foaling season in Central Kentucky.
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FEI approves new bylaws for post-EHV outbreak competition
Return to competition bylaws for equestrian sport in 37 countries following the European Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) outbreak come into force on Monday, April 12.
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Free webinar: Experts discuss the future of equine sports medicine
In “The Future of Equine Sports Medicine”, Tim Ober, Mark Revenaugh and Philippe Benoit will share their vision to improve current methods of evaluation, management and treatment of equine athletes and best-practice guidelines.
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Prince Philip: A great ambassador of horse sport
Prince Philip was born in the same year the FEI was founded. He led the organisation from 1964 to 1986, when he handed the reins to his daughter, Princess Anne.
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Anxiety felt by some riders using the road highlighted by researchers
British study highlights the frequency of injuries and near‐misses, as well as the extreme anxiety felt by equestrians on the road.
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Quick action need in treating equine fungal eye infections, says specialist
“If not treated quickly and aggressively, fungal keratitis can lead to loss of vision or even loss of the eye itself.”
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Gut bacteria signal horse’s cells to improve athletic performance, study finds
Researchers show that certain equine gut bacteria produce chemical signals that communicate with mitochondria in horse cells that regulate and generate energy.
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Free webinar from leading researcher on equine behaviour issues
Internationally renowned equine veterinarian and researcher Sue Dyson will discuss elements of her recently published study on horse behaviour during tacking‐up and mounting.
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International campaign seeks end of whip use in horse sport
World Bitless Association argues that whipping a horse has no valuable contribution to racing.
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Timely reporting of equine diseases crucial in era of global horse movements
All countries need to be encouraged to participate in the sharing of disease events, says Professor Peter Timoney.
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Post EHV, Covid; British equestrian sport moves toward “normal” levels
While EHV-1 remains a persistent threat, the disease risk level is dropping towards the baseline number of cases seen in any other year. Meanwhile, indoor arena use will be allowed again on April 12 by a “single household or bubble”.
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