Praise for efforts to save the Hucul horse, but ongoing breeding management needed
Regeneration efforts to increase numbers of the “vanishing” Hucul breed since WW2 has limited inbreeding and genetic variability has increased.
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Top Swiss showjumper exonerated over horse’s failed drug test
It was later discovered that a crew member who had taken painkillers had urinated in the horse truck.
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Study investigates use of barbed suture material in horse castrations
Recently, barbed suture materials were introduced to the market, with manufacturers claiming that they enhance speed and security as they eliminate the need for knots.
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Less deworming leads to more equine parasitic skin disease, vet says
“Diseases such as sarcoptic mange, which is carried by foxes, and chorioptic mange appear to be more prevalent, yet market research shows that in many cases a visit to the vet is a last resort.”
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Equine biological passports a potential new tool in fight against illicit drug use
“The equine biological passport program is a tool that will enable us to rapidly identify new drugs and measure the physiological effect on the equine athlete.”
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Need help at a horse show? There’s an app for that
ShowAssist app launches for North American equestrians, with international competitions being added in the future.
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From hay to neigh: How rain can affect the quality of hay
The timing of rain is crucial. Shortly after cutting, it can barely affect nutrient levels. Closer to baling, it has the potential to ruin hay.
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Rider weight, saddle fit articles among most popular in equine publications
Saddle Research Trust proves popular with readers of Equine Veterinary Journal and Equine Veterinary Education.
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Fungal skin infections in animals put under the spotlight
Fungal skin infections are common around the world, but what micro-organisms are usually responsible?
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Champion equestrian named to IOC executive board
Gold medal-winning Philippines showjumper Mikee Cojuangco, who triumphed at the Asian Games in 2002, has been elevated to the International Olympic Committee Executive Board.
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A 30-year first shows power of successful vaccine development
Kentucky’s Bluegrass region finished the last breeding season without one confirmed leptospirosis abortion in horses.
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“One health” approach vital in combating zoonotic diseases, UN hears
Working livestock; horses, donkeys and mules, are often overlooked by policymakers, despite their contribution to an estimated 600 million people around the world.
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Four biomarkers show promise in identifying horses at risk of catastrophic injury
Findings hold out hope that a simple pre-race test could one day identify horses in imminent danger of life-threatening injuries.
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Equestrian broadcasting company joins FEI stable
The FEI and ClipMyHorse.TV have joined forces to work towards the development of a combined live streaming service of high quality event coverage and a broader range of content.
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Aust initiative aims to “Reset” racehorses into new careers
Racing Victoria’s new program will provide support for those horses that have good prospects but have not been successful in transitioning to a second career outside racing.
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Prompt reporting of cases vital in containing African horse sickness in Thailand – report
Outbreak has been resolved in seven Thai provinces, according to authorities.
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Famous stallion was not the origin of Warmblood fragile foal syndrome, say researchers
Warmblood fragile foal syndrome is a severe, usually fatal, genetic disease that manifests itself after birth in affected horses.
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Sexed semen first a success for rare Suffolk Punch horse breed
Specialist equipment used for the first time to aid the survival of a rare equine breed: “The most effective way of increasing the population size of this very rare breed is by increasing the number of fillies being born.”
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Oldenburg foal tops online sale at €81,000
The 22 foals in the 2nd Oldenburg Online Elite Foal Auction sold for €407,000, with Elitär topping the sale at €81,000.
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Like horses, human ears really can be pricked, scientists find
Research has shown for the first time that humans make minute, unconscious movements of their ears that are directed towards the sound they want to focus attention on.
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