Young eventing rider, horse die after race-training incident
Rider dies after gallops training fall after horse ruptures artery, caused by Gutteral Pouch Mycosis.
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Antibiotic shows promise in treating recurrent or persistent uveitis in horses
The ability of gentamicin injections to control persistent and recurrent inflammation warrants further investigation, the researchers say.
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Vet body weighs in on obesity problem among British horses
Over-fed, over-rugged, and under-exercised. The net result for many British horses is obesity.
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Major American Endurance body votes to cut ties with US Equestrian Federation
American Endurance Ride Conference wanted to send a message to the FEI via the USEF. It was unhappy with the USEF’s response.
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Unique horse-human relationship explored in short movie “Desert Flight”
A love letter to the sport of show jumping, Desert Flight is a documentary short film that explores the unique relationship with the horse and why people dedicate so much to the equestrian life.
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A question of degrees: Have the textbooks been astray on equine body temperature?
Researchers aim to examine more horses to obtain a more definitive answer.
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Endurance Temporary Committee looks to trial lower heart rates
Committee charged with tidying up Endurance holds its second in-person meeting.
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50 years of “donkey work” celebrated as charity marks milestone
The Donkey Sanctuary is celebrating 50 years since it was founded by its inspirational visionary, Dr Elisabeth Svendsen.
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10 years marked since common horse drug helped turn tide on depression
The use of ketamine in those with severe depression is considered a major breakthrough in psychiatric treatment.
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Mustang takes out national award as US Equestrian honors high achievers
National and international horse awards presented, and two-legged achievers also honored.
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Awards honour trio of equestrian innovators
William Micklem, Mary Wanless and Sue Dyson recognised in Saddle Research Trust’s inaugural Welfare and Performance awards.
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Tackling “GI blues”: Why a horse’s stomach is their Achilles heel
Gastrointestinal diseases are the leading cause of death in horses, and a Canadian researcher is assessing whether nutraceuticals can help.
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Fresh laminitis finding in horses highlights possible links to human diseases
Findings open the possibility of developing new drug treatments for laminitis.
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Headshaking in horses: To date, the simplest solution is most effective
Much remains unknown about the condition and the response to treatment remains variable, a scientific review notes.
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Heeding the call: Good deeds by horse vets to be honored
“Good Works Campaign” will feature veterinarians whose volunteer efforts are positively impacting the equine community.
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Sprint to oblivion? Breeding selections pose threat to hardy Thoroughbred stayers
The need for speed could result in the demise of the hardy stayer unless breeders are given incentives.
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Author’s dwarf shetland leads to equine charity role
Bestselling Yorkshire children’s author Hannah Russell is the latest ambassador for working equine charity Brooke, joining Charlotte Dujardin and Richard Waygood.
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Paddock politics: No horsing around when it comes to equine friendships
Researchers identified three factors which can be used quickly to point to the strength of social bonds.
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Right-footed horses tend to be optimistic souls, research suggests
Researchers assess what is known as motor laterality – the preference to use one side over the other.
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Herd make-up crucial to happy and stable horses, say researchers
Researchers identify the various group dynamics likely to increase or reduce aggression.
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