What is your horse afraid of? Noise anxiety examined in study
Researchers in Italy describe noise anxiety as a widespread behavioral problem among horses.
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Rare Hartmann’s zebra foals born at two US zoos
A filly has been born at Louisville Zoo in Kentucky and a colt at Iowa’s Blank Park Zoo.
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Risks of feeding a high starch diet to horses laid bare in study
“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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FEI ramps up support for Ukraine’s horses and equestrians
“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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Drug could “revolutionise” treatment of spinal cord injury
“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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Photosensitization seen in horses after eating wild parsnip in hay – case report
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
In contrast, exposure to uncontrollable stress may impair learning skills, Australian researchers report.
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Mesenchymal stromal cells bring two-pronged approach to equine wound healing
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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Study finds operator health risks with equine dental power tools
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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Vet school’s farrier promotes scientific approach to hoof care
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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Favourable safety climate found at Sweden’s riding schools, trotting stables
Proactive instead of reactive safety management should be promoted in Sweden’s equine sector, the researchers say.
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Wild horse advocacy group steps up to help fight ejiao trade
The American Wild Horse Campaign (AWHC) is supporting Brooke USA in its efforts to combat the ejiao trade.
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Pattern of north to south extinction in hipparions confirmed
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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$150K boost for Guelph’s emergency rescue, youth and jobs programs
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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Gone but not forgotten: The story of the Nottinghamshire Mounted Police
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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Vaulting officials welcomed into FEI stable
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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Higher hematocrit levels seen in horses affected by lung bleeding
Study in Italy looked at treadmill test results and blood parameters in a group of Standardbred racehorses.
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Life in the saddle: The remarkable horseback adventures of Luisa and Pete
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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High injury rate found among horse-racing staff, with evidence of a tough culture
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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Girl power: Women take charge for unique horse show
“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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