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The drug belongs to a relatively new class of human antidiabetic drugs that lower insulin concentration by inhibiting glucose resorption in the kidneys.
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Potential for ertugliflozin to help horses with insulin dysregulation highlighted

December 2, 2023December 2, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Views 0 Comments Laminitis 5 min read

The drug belongs to a relatively new class of human antidiabetic drugs that lower insulin concentration by inhibiting glucose resorption in the kidneys.

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The modified procedure of surgical desmotomy of the interspinous ligament makes it easier to work with the minimal spaces seen in severe cases.
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Kissing Spine in horses: Less invasive surgery proves successful

December 1, 2023 Jackie Bellamy-Zions 8 Views 0 Comments 2 min read

The modified procedure of surgical desmotomy of the interspinous ligament makes it easier to work with the minimal spaces seen in severe cases.

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Cortisol is considered a biomarker for assessing both psychological and physiological stress in horses.
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Cortisol offers crucial insights into horse wellbeing – review

December 1, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 7 Views 0 Comments 5 min read

Cortisol is considered a biomarker for assessing both psychological and physiological stress in horses.

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The requirement for frequent vaccination in the field to limit virus shedding and hence transmission is apparent, the researchers said.
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Challenges in comparing equine flu vaccines – review

November 30, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 8 Views 0 Comments Biosecurity 4 min read

The requirement for frequent vaccination in the field to limit virus shedding and hence transmission is apparent, the researchers said.

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The unique genomic architecture of animal breeds need to be preserved, they say, as they represent monuments of the historical development of mankind. Pictured: Yakut stallion Megezh.
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Scientists warn of need to preserve genetics of native horse breeds

November 29, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 20 Views 0 Comments Rare breeds 4 min read

The unique genomic architecture of animal breeds need to be preserved, they say, as they represent monuments of the historical development of mankind.

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"Recent research in lateralisation and stress has helped scientists find links between stress and the sides of the body animals use to inspect new objects and people or engage in new experiences."
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Side preferences in horses discussed in review

November 28, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 31 Views 0 Comments 8 min read

“Recent research in lateralisation and stress has helped scientists find links between stress and the sides of the body animals use to inspect new objects and people or engage in new experiences.”

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Researchers quantified the levels of biomarkers of cartilage and bone anabolism and catabolism, as well as of osteoarthritis and inflammation.
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Early castration in horses does not disrupt bone, cartilage metabolism, findings suggest

November 27, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 31 Views 0 Comments 2 min read

Researchers quantified the levels of biomarkers of cartilage and bone anabolism and catabolism, as well as of osteoarthritis and inflammation.

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The study team used data from a sternal-mounted sensor to analyse stride parameters between and at the jumps.
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Stride changes in Eventing horses may indicate onset of fatigue – study

November 26, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 27 Views 0 Comments Eventing safety 4 min read

The study team used data from a sternal-mounted sensor to analyse stride parameters between and at the jumps.

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Identifying the ideal source for these cells for different species is important in developing regenerative therapies.
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Regional differences in performance of fat-derived stromal cells in horses identified

November 25, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 30 Views 0 Comments 3 min read

Identifying the ideal source for these cells for different species is important in developing regenerative therapies.

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Regenerative therapies involve the use of living cells and non-cell therapies to treat various diseases, injuries, and medical conditions to restore affected tissue to its native state.
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Review shows benefits of regenerative medicine for joint issues in horses

November 24, 2023November 24, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 36 Views 0 Comments 3 min read

Regenerative therapies involve the use of living cells and non-cell therapies to treat various diseases, injuries, and medical conditions to restore affected tissue to its native state.

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The study team said owners must be educated on the effects of obesity, equine metabolic syndrome and endocrinopathic laminitis, as these pose a welfare risk.
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Connemara pony study reveals worrying levels of obesity, metabolic issues

November 23, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 43 Views 0 Comments Laminitis 5 min read

The study team said owners must be educated on the effects of obesity, equine metabolic syndrome and endocrinopathic laminitis, as these pose a welfare risk.

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New tool allows different management options to be assessed individually or in tandem.
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Modeling tool developed to help decision-makers manage wild horses

November 22, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 55 Views 0 Comments Wild horses 4 min read

New tool allows different management options to be assessed individually or in tandem.

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The genetics of the female hinny, born from the mating of a horse stallion and a jenny donkey, were analyzed using a process called trio-binning.
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Hinny research adds to knowledge of horse and donkey genomes

November 21, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 62 Views 1 Comment 3 min read

Study used a process called trio-binning to add more data to reference genomes.

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The biological processes and molecular functions underlying aging in equine tendon are not well understood, the researchers say.
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Researchers chart age-related changes in gene expression in equine tendons

November 20, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 64 Views 0 Comments 3 min read

The biological processes and molecular functions underlying aging in equine tendon are not well understood, the researchers say.

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Collecting horse data internationally requires not only an interconnected and harmonized system, but a global will to do so.
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Horse data on a global scale a potential force for good – study

November 19, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 58 Views 0 Comments 5 min read

Collecting horse data internationally requires not only an interconnected and harmonized system, but a global will to do so.

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"The fragmented movement of horses combined with numerous sites of co-mingling makes tracing the potential spread of a disease outbreak a necessary part of an infection control plan, both locally and nationally."
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Most US owners not too worried about disease risk at horse shows – study

November 18, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 73 Views 0 Comments Biosecurity 5 min read

“The fragmented movement of horses combined with numerous sites of co-mingling makes tracing the potential spread of a disease outbreak a necessary part of an infection control plan, both locally and nationally.”

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The erosive properties of equine teeth were found to be closer to those of human teeth than those of bovine teeth.
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Erosive properties of horse, human and cattle teeth assessed in study

November 17, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 77 Views 0 Comments 4 min read

The erosive properties of equine teeth were found to be closer to those of human teeth than those of bovine teeth.

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Update guidance has been issued for those in Britain who use a saliva-based test to inform tapeworm control in their horses.
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Advice updated following evidence of tapeworm resistance in horses

November 16, 2023November 16, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 126 Views 0 Comments 4 min read

Update guidance has been issued for those in Britain who use a saliva-based test to inform tapeworm control in their horses.

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Being stabled for part of the day may provide potential ulcer-reducing benefits, such as protection from adverse weather, individual feeding and access to forage without disturbance.
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Risk factors for stomach ulcers in Icelandic horses explored

November 15, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 103 Views 0 Comments 5 min read

Being stabled for part of the day may provide potential ulcer-reducing benefits, such as protection from adverse weather, individual feeding and access to forage without disturbance.

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Asthma research in horses is often complicated by challenges in obtaining suitable samples from the lungs. Researchers in Britain propose another option.
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Study provides easier path for asthma research in horses

November 14, 2023 Horsetalk.co.nz 126 Views 0 Comments 3 min read

Asthma research in horses is often complicated by challenges in obtaining suitable samples from the lungs. Researchers in Britain propose another option.

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