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Researchers in Italy describe noise anxiety as a widespread behavioral problem among horses.
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What is your horse afraid of? Noise anxiety examined in study

May 22, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 2 Views 0 Comments

Researchers in Italy describe noise anxiety as a widespread behavioral problem among horses.

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Hannah and her new son, Dakota, at Blank Park Zoo in Iowa.
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Rare Hartmann’s zebra foals born at two US zoos

May 22, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 7 Views 0 Comments Zebras & asses

A filly has been born at Louisville Zoo in Kentucky and a colt at Iowa’s Blank Park Zoo.

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"High-starch diets should be avoided in favour of fibre-based diets with the goal of safeguarding gut health in horses," the researchers said.
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Risks of feeding a high starch diet to horses laid bare in study

May 21, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 12 Views 0 Comments

“High-starch diets should be avoided in favour of fibre-based diets with the goal of safeguarding gut health in horses,” the researchers said.

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Ukraine’s Diana Borovyk, pictured with Baby Royal in Spain at the FEI Dressage European Championships 2021 for Youth, is one of the recipients of a new scholarship grant to support preparation for upcoming championship events.
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FEI ramps up support for Ukraine’s horses and equestrians

May 21, 2022May 21, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 9 Views 0 Comments

“The initiatives are a mix of short to mid-term objectives aimed at keeping individuals and horses safe and well in Ukraine but also long-term future proofing to ensure the sport is not entirely put on hold and can recover after the war.”

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"This drug has the potential to be a first-in-class treatment against some of the key pathological drivers of spinal cord injury and could revolutionise the prospects for recovery," researchers say.
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Drug could “revolutionise” treatment of spinal cord injury

May 21, 2022May 21, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 8 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

“This drug has the potential to be a first-in-class treatment against some of the key pathological drivers of spinal cord injury and could revolutionise the prospects for recovery.”

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One of the horses at admission showing skin redness, crusting and blistering of the unpigmented skin.
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Photosensitization seen in horses after eating wild parsnip in hay – case report

February 28, 2022February 28, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 1422 Views 0 Comments

Nine horses were affected by skin erosion around their muzzle and eye problems.

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Moderate exercise appears to enhance learning ability of horses – study

February 27, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 1698 Views 0 Comments

In contrast, exposure to uncontrollable stress may impair learning skills, Australian researchers report.

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Factors secreted by mesenchymal stromal cells not only killed bacteria but also stimulated the immune responses of surrounding resident skin cells.
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Mesenchymal stromal cells bring two-pronged approach to equine wound healing

February 22, 2022February 22, 2022 Mark Andrews 1428 Views 0 Comments

Factors secreted by mesenchymal stromal cells not only killed bacteria but also stimulated the immune responses of surrounding resident skin cells.

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Researchers found particles that could reach all levels of the human respiratory tract included calcium and phosphorus from the teeth and tungsten, aluminium and iron.
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Study finds operator health risks with equine dental power tools

February 21, 2022February 21, 2022 Mark Andrews 2406 Views 0 Comments

Researchers found particles that could reach all levels of the human respiratory tract including calcium and phosphorus from the teeth and tungsten, aluminium and iron.

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UC Davis farrier Shane Westman is only the second farrier in the western US to earn a Graduate Diploma in Equine Locomotor Research through London’s Royal Veterinary College.
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Vet school’s farrier promotes scientific approach to hoof care

February 20, 2022February 27, 2022 Amy Young 2145 Views 0 Comments

UC Davis farrier Shane Westman is only the second farrier in the western US to earn a Graduate Diploma in Equine Locomotor Research through London’s Royal Veterinary College.

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Proactive instead of reactive safety management should be promoted in Sweden's equine sector, researchers say.
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Favourable safety climate found at Sweden’s riding schools, trotting stables

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 2136 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

Proactive instead of reactive safety management should be promoted in Sweden’s equine sector, the researchers say.

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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 3166 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 2258 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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The donation from the Grand River Agricultural Society will support important Equine Guelph programs including Equine JobTrack, Large Animal Emergency Rescue (LAER) and the EquiMania! youth programs.
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$150K boost for Guelph’s emergency rescue, youth and jobs programs

February 17, 2022February 17, 2022 Jackie Bellamy-Zions 1670 Views 0 Comments

The donation from the Grand River Agricultural Society will support important Equine Guelph programs including: Equine JobTrack, the Large Animal Emergency Rescue program (LAER) and the EquiMania! youth program.

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It was a contentious and emotional decision when budget cuts forced the closure of the Nottinghamshire Mounted Police.
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Gone but not forgotten: The story of the Nottinghamshire Mounted Police

February 16, 2022February 16, 2022 Barbara Hind 2228 Views 0 Comments Police horses

Mounted police were once an integral part of police forces around the world. It was a contentious and emotional decision when budget cuts forced the closure of one of Britain’s most popular units, the Nottinghamshire Mounted Police.

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The FEI and the International Vaulting Officials Club (IVOC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), formalising the relationship between the organisations and allowing the IVOC to contribute more efficiently within the FEI framework.
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Vaulting officials welcomed into FEI stable

February 16, 2022February 16, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 1621 Views 0 Comments

The FEI and the International Vaulting Officials Club (IVOC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), formalising the relationship between the organisations and allowing the IVOC to contribute more efficiently within the FEI framework.

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Study in Italy looked at treadmill test results and blood parameters in a group of Standardbred racehorses.
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Higher hematocrit levels seen in horses affected by lung bleeding

February 16, 2022February 17, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 1991 Views 0 Comments

Study in Italy looked at treadmill test results and blood parameters in a group of Standardbred racehorses.

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Peter Breidahl has spent more hours in the saddle than he can count through countries most people can only dream of visiting. How did an Antipodean lad end up riding across some of the world's most inhospitable landscapes?
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Life in the saddle: The remarkable horseback adventures of Luisa and Pete

February 15, 2022February 18, 2022 Pete Breidahl 2611 Views 0 Comments

Pete Breidahl has spent more hours in the saddle than he can count through countries most people can only dream of visiting. How did an Antipodean lad end up riding across some of the world’s most inhospitable landscapes?

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Just 11.9% of horse-racing staff who responded to the online survey reported no injuries in the previous 12 months.
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High injury rate found among horse-racing staff, with evidence of a tough culture

February 15, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 2801 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

Just 11.9% of horse-racing staff who responded to the online survey reported no injuries in the previous 12 months.

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The Saratoga WIB Spectacular has a full schedule of jumper, hunter, and equitation competitions. The show is being solely organised and operated by women.
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Girl power: Women take charge for unique horse show

February 15, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 2289 Views 0 Comments

“The equestrian community is dominated by women yet operated by men. We intend to break the mold by having women fulfill all positions for the show while showcasing women in business in the equine world and beyond.”

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