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The researchers assessed dry matter, osmolality, ash, mineral content, short-chain fatty acids and pH in the samples, as well as examining the physical characteristics – the amount of free liquid, sand, water-holding capacity, and particle size distribution.
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Researchers delve into the mysteries of free faecal liquid in horses

January 12, 2022January 19, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 4105 Views 1 Comment

“Case and control horses had similar total short-chain fatty acids, pH and osmolality, indicating that hindgut fermentation was similar.”

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Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation is calling for research applications focused on the development of a nucleic acid-based vaccine against equine herpesvirus (EHV).
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$US2 million grant to fund research into EHV vaccine

January 11, 2022January 14, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 3603 Views 0 Comments

Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation is calling for research applications focused on the development of a nucleic acid-based vaccine against equine herpesvirus (EHV).

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While there is a lot of promise for stem cell therapies, and no shortage of pre-clinical studies around the world, not one stem-cell therapy — for humans or animals — has yet been approved for use in North America.
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Most racehorse drug violations in Louisiana study involved therapeutic medications

January 9, 2022January 14, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 3681 Views 0 Comments

“The risk of a therapeutic medication overage can be substantially reduced if the substances are administered at recommended doses.”

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"EHV-8 infection in donkey farms should be given more attention, and suitable preventative measures should be explored to reduce EHV-8 infection."
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Equine herpesvirus-8 linked to abortion at donkey farm in China – case report

January 7, 2022January 14, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 3937 Views 0 Comments

“EHV-8 infection in donkey farms should be given more attention, and suitable preventative measures should be explored to reduce EHV-8 infection.”

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The viruses have a wide global spread, with seroprevalence reported in several important species.
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Researchers note potential public health risks of influenza C and D viruses

January 4, 2022January 8, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 3820 Views 0 Comments Biosecurity

The viruses have a wide global spread, with seroprevalence reported in several important species.

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The foal was fully weight-bearing on his affected front leg immediately after corrective surgery.
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Surgeons correct major leg deformity in Shetland pony foal

January 2, 2022January 8, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 4434 Views 0 Comments

The foal was fully weight-bearing on his affected front leg immediately after corrective surgery.

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A webinar on "Managing your laminitic horse" will look at which horses are at risk, symptoms to watch for, and the role of nutrition.
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Hormone resistin a potential biomaker for inflammation in horses – study

December 31, 2021January 3, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 4202 Views 0 Comments

Further studies will be needed to better understand the diagnostic value of resistin within a spectrum of inflammatory conditions.

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Bovine papillomaviruses upset the normal process in which cells are replaced in the body.
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Findings shine light on role of virus in development of equine sarcoids

December 26, 2021January 3, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 4722 Views 0 Comments

Bovine papillomaviruses upset the normal process in which cells are replaced in the body.

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Study casts further light on the processes that lead to sarcoid formation.
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Potential biomakers for equine sarcoids explored in Swiss study

December 25, 2021January 3, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 4134 Views 0 Comments

Two microRNAs show promise in revealing susceptibility to sarcoids in young male horses.

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The Bell H. Crump Fountain, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1917. The fountain was reconstructed into an anti glanders fountain with individual cups.
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New test developed to detect glanders in horses and other animals

December 23, 2021January 3, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 4607 Views 0 Comments

The laboratory test developed by scientists in Dubai and Hong Kong is described as inexpensive and user friendly.

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The future could involve enhanced and individualized therapies, providing a better outcome for affected animals.
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Oscillometry used to delve into the breathing of asthmatic horses

December 22, 2021January 3, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 5076 Views 0 Comments

Technology used to assess human cases shows promise in identifying asthmatic horses in remission.

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Inadvertent incorporation of molasses containing zilpaterol into horse feed has apparently been the driving factor, according to a review team.
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West Nile study sparks call for virus surveillance in Saudi Arabia

December 21, 2021January 3, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 4609 Views 0 Comments

More than 70% of horses and nearly 10 percent of humans in the study had been exposed to the virus.

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Careful management of antibiotic use will ensure these crucial drugs remain effective in treating horses for generations to come. Photo: File
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Enzyme shows promise as a biomarker for cancer in horses, study finds

December 20, 2021January 3, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 4648 Views 0 Comments

Clinical signs of cancer in horses can be vague, and confirming a diagnosis in systemic cases can be challenging.

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Much remains unknown about vitiligo in horses – case report

December 19, 2021January 3, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 4492 Views 0 Comments

A roan horse with skin depigmentation on its face was monitored for four years.

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The review team noted important similarities, but also major differences between the three syndromes.
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Researchers compare metabolic syndromes in horses, humans and dairy cows

December 17, 2021January 19, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 5871 Views 0 Comments Laminitis

The review team noted important similarities, but also major differences between the three syndromes.

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Emily A. Hellstrom received the $5000 Equus Foundation Veterinary Research Fellow grant at the AAEP Convention in Tennessee.
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Work on colic earns fellowship for equine researcher

December 17, 2021December 17, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 4040 Views 0 Comments

PhD student Emily Hellstrom is this year’s Equus Foundation Veterinary Research Fellow. She is looking into intestinal function in colic patients.

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Evidence in the Italian study pointed to different circulating micro RNA profiles between performing and non-performing Endurance horses.
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Micro RNA profiles show potential in assessing Endurance ability in horses

December 11, 2021February 18, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 4860 Views 0 Comments

Evidence in the Italian study pointed to different circulating micro RNA profiles between performing and non-performing Endurance horses.

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Study team explored sampling options to identify a reliable and logistically more feasible protocol during a large equine herpesvirus-1 outbreak.
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Equine herpesvirus outbreak sheds light on nasal microbiota in horses

December 10, 2021December 10, 2021 Jackie Bellamy-Zions 4261 Views 0 Comments

Researchers learn why and how pneumonia develops in horses after a viral infection of the respiratory tract.

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Modeling by scientists suggests that the virus behind equine infectious anemia could be cleared from horses through repeated vaccination with antibodies.
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Antibody infusions seen as a way to combat equine infectious anemia in horses

December 7, 2021December 10, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 4398 Views 0 Comments

“These results suggest a route forward to design antibody-based vaccine strategies to control viruses subject to mutant escape.”

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Warmblood study in Germany shows the diagnostic ability of veterinarians armed with a stethoscope.
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Veterinarians with a good ear can zero in on heart murmurs in horses, study shows

December 6, 2021December 7, 2021 Horsetalk.co.nz 4187 Views 0 Comments

Warmblood study in Germany shows the diagnostic ability of veterinarians armed with a stethoscope.

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