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“Those equines that are fortunate enough to be taken in by these organisations often are at their most vulnerable and the licensing of these centres will ensure that they are given the protection they deserve.”
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Animal welfare groups and public welcome move by Sainsbury’s to stop stocking fireworks.
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Not all helmets are created equal, writes Filippo Pozza.
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Actor Brian Blessed and other famous voices highlight the plight of working animals overseas.
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Horses more than happy to use the abandoned buildings for winter and summer shelter.
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Egypt makes history with qualifying win at Morocco, and Swiss eventers also post Olympic qualification.
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New Zealand’s first foal produced by intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) has been born.
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Two methods that have become increasingly popular to treat equine injuries are Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and Interleukin-1 Receptor Antagonist Protein (IRAP).
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“Poor saddle-fit is a frequent contributor to sub-optimal performance but is often overlooked.”
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Figures paint a picture of an ongoing decline over the last 12 years.
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Affected horses may take longer than normal to recover after exercise, with rapid breathing, prolonged increase in heart rate and excessive sweating. Severe cases may collapse.
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Coroner gives detailed recommendations to the sport of eventing in his reports into the deaths of Olivia Inglis and Caitlyn Fischer in 2016.
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Survey findings suggest horse owners might be more likely to listen to veterinarians rather than government directives.
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The source of the two drugs was traced to teff hay a South African family bought from a new supplier after their regular supplier ran short in a drought.
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Fatalities reported following use of synthetic progesterone Medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA) in horses.
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Riders rode with no additional weight, or with an extra 15% or 25% of their body weight added to a vest. How did the horses fare?
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There is growing interest in the horse for neurological research due to its large and complex brain, cognitive abilities and long lifespan.
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HeightLight uses triangulation technology and mathematical theory to accurately measure the height of a horse or pony.
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Cross-country schooling fall claims the life of an eventing rider in Leesburg, Virginia.
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The children who took part in sessions that involved horses built muscle, burned fat and increased their levels of activity and self-confidence.
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