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Equestrian features from around the world.

Packed and ready: The first shipments of donated feed and supplies are ready to go to Ukraine.
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Equine aid to Ukraine ramps up as British equestrian groups unite

March 10, 2022March 13, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 390 Views 0 Comments

The first of some 54 tonnes of feed, haylage, and shavings is ready to head to Ukraine, as several leading British organisations team up to coordinate aid efforts.

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It is hoped the initiative will help improve the value of working equines and raise global welfare standards for animals and humans in line with the aims of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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UN to explore links between working animal welfare, environment and sustainable development

March 9, 2022March 11, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 378 Views 0 Comments

It is hoped the initiative will help improve the value of working equines and raise global welfare standards for animals and humans in line with the aims of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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The Lensa Wola equestrian club in Głogów Małopolski is the support hub for equestrian aid destined for Ukraine.
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Borders slowly opening to evacuated Ukraine horses as feed supplies dwindle

March 7, 2022March 10, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 813 Views 0 Comments

Many stables have only a week’s worth of feed left; donations of feed and shavings are urgently required.

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St James City Farm Riding School founding member Imran Atcha is the recipient of the Sir Colin Spedding Award at the National Equine Forum.
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Work of inner-city horse riding school founder recognised

March 7, 2022March 10, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 774 Views 0 Comments

St James City Farm Riding School founding member Imran Atcha is the recipient of the National Equine Forum’s Sir Colin Spedding Award.

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Gail Greenough and Mr T at the 1986 World Championships in Aachen, Germany.
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Horse world farewells Greg Greenough: “A gentleman, a role model and an inspiration”

March 6, 2022March 9, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 730 Views 0 Comments Obituary

Greenough’s vast contributions to equestrian sport included roles with the FEI and Equestrian Canada. He was inducted into two sports Halls of Fame, and the Jump Canada Hall of Fame.

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A working horse in Guatemala. The Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development has heard of the central role of working equids in development and coping with the effects of climate change.
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Crucial role of working equines in coping with climate change outlined

March 6, 2022March 9, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 1135 Views 0 Comments

“There is a close link between animal welfare and the wellbeing of people and the sustainability of socio-economic and ecological systems.”

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The thoroughbred mares are enjoying their feeds on the path to recovery.
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Huge donation of hard feed helps rescued horses through hard times

March 5, 2022March 7, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 762 Views 0 Comments

Baileys Horse Feeds is providing all of the hard feed needed by the 300 horses and ponies being looked after by World Horse Welfare.

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Protesters in a Ukraine street last week.
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British veterinarians rally to send supplies to Ukraine

March 5, 2022March 8, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 1156 Views 0 Comments

A British veterinarian who is also a second-generation Ukrainian has set up a group to organise and distribute donations of medicine and medical supplies to the Ukrainian front line.

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The Ukrainian Equestrian Federation Charity Foundation is working to support the horse world in the war-torn country.
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Charity foundation established to support Ukraine equestrians

March 3, 2022March 7, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 3189 Views 0 Comments

The Ukrainian Equestrian Federation Charity Foundation is working to support the horse world in the war-torn country, while the FEI passes a resolution prohibiting Russian and Belarusian athletes, horses and officials from international events.

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The FEI has appointed the Social License to Operate Commission to develop a practical framework that will allow it to address current and future concerns related to the use of horses in sport.
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Insights sought by researcher on use of heel studs in showjumping

March 3, 2022March 6, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 1187 Views 1 Comment

Online survey is open to showjumpers and grooms around the world, including those who choose not to use heel studs.

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The medication, used in humans, reduced plasma insulin levels in horses after an oral sugar test.
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Research survey seeks opinions of those making end-of-life decisions for horses, donkeys

March 2, 2022March 4, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 1236 Views 0 Comments

Study team seeks to learn more about all aspects of the decision, from assessing when it should be considered, through to the process and aftercare.

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FEI cancels events in Russia and Belarus and condemns the invasion of Ukraine by Russian military forces. “We are deeply concerned for the welfare of all Ukrainians and the entire equestrian community in Ukraine,” FEI President Ingmar De Vos said.
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FEI gives $US1m in aid for Ukraine’s equestrian community

March 1, 2022March 4, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 2005 Views 0 Comments

FEI cancels events in Russia and Belarus and condemns the invasion of Ukraine by Russian military forces.

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The successful Maryland Equine Transition Service has been absorbed into the operations of Days End Farm Horse Rescue.
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Horse rescue farm takes over equine transition service

February 28, 2022March 2, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 1436 Views 0 Comments

Leading Maryland equine rescue operation takes over a “horses in transition” program.

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Mandaloun has been declared the winner of the 2021 Kentucky Derby following the disqualification of Medina Spirit.
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Mandaloun takes Kentucky Derby honors after Medina Spirit’s disqualification

February 27, 2022March 2, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 1411 Views 0 Comments

Kentucky stewards disqualified the 2021 winner because of a drug violation. Medina Spirit’s trainer was also suspended and fined.

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Newly accredited farriery students and supporters celebrate at a graduation ceremony.
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African first as 11 new farriers accredited in Senegal

February 23, 2022February 27, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 1887 Views 0 Comments

First students graduate from course as part of Brooke’s Global Farriery Project, which has the support of the City of London’s Worshipful Company of Farriers.

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Necropsy results are released. Extensive investigations have been unable to pinpoint the cause of death.
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No definitive cause of death for champion horse Medina Spirit

February 20, 2022February 27, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 2344 Views 0 Comments

Necropsy results are released. Extensive investigations have been unable to pinpoint the cause of death.

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Study assessed key muscle activation in individuals with either Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy, or an intellectual disability.
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Riding equipment choice important in equine-assisted therapy – study

February 19, 2022February 27, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 1832 Views 0 Comments EAS

Study assessed key muscle activation in individuals with either Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy, or an intellectual disability.

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Many local authorities do not employ a single animal welfare officer, a parliamentary group has found.
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Equine rescue groups pool resources to help 40 welsh ponies

February 18, 2022February 22, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 2548 Views 0 Comments

World Horse Welfare leads efforts to help a herd of welsh mountain ponies after the sudden death of their owner.

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The American Wild Horse Campaign (AWHC) is supporting Brooke USA in its efforts to combat the ejiao trade.
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Wild horse advocacy group steps up to help fight ejiao trade

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 3362 Views 0 Comments Wild horses

The American Wild Horse Campaign (AWHC) is supporting Brooke USA in its efforts to combat the ejiao trade.

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New Hipparion ambiguum fossil teeth discovered at the lower archaeological levels at Ain Boucherit. Photo: Made et al.
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Pattern of north to south extinction in hipparions confirmed

February 17, 2022February 18, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 2347 Views 0 Comments History

Hipparions went extinct in Europe by 2.5 million years ago, in China by 1 million years ago, and in Sub-Saharan Africa 600,000 to 400,000 years ago.

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