Sad loss for US zoo as Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra dies in freak accident
Duchess had been at Blank Park Zoo in Iowa for just over a year. Her sudden death is a blow for the zoo’s breeding plans for the vulnerable species.
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Issues with horse nosebands reported by one in five users in survey
The most common complication was hair loss under the noseband.
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Horse SA farewells tireless advocate Julie Fiedler
Horse SA Executive Officer is leaving the organisation after 20 years, to embark on a research PhD on the topic of horse sport’s social licence to operate.
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Snowy’s eye saved after urgent dash to specialist donkey hospital
When one of the 7000 residents at The Donkey Sanctuary needed urgent veterinary treatment during lockdown, staff at the charity made sure he got the best care possible.
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Co-enzyme Q10 supplementation in horses explored in study
CoQ10 concentrations increased significantly in horses after supplementation.
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Ireland pushes for horse sport to be among “first wave” of post Covid-19 competition
Horse Sport Ireland develops initial protocol for equestrian competition, in anticipation of some relaxation in lockdown controls.
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New route of infection found for common horse bacterium
Streptococcus equi subspecies zooepidemicus under the microscope in fresh study.
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Rebranded British Equestrian makes plans for equine sport’s comeback
“The work and planning in place means that, when the day comes, the equestrian world will be open for business.”
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Irish showjumping great Billy Ringrose dies at 89
Billy Ringrose was one of Ireland’s most successful showjumping riders of the 1950s and 1960s, and was Chef d’Equipe of the famous Aga Khan team the year they scored three victories in a row in 1979.
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What will horse sport look like beyond the Covid-19 pandemic?
The world of horse sport will not be as it was – at least not for a long time. But it will be back.
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Stunning Roman-era horse brooch unearthed in England
“The horse would have originally appeared gold-like and the recesses probably once contained bright red, blue or yellow enamel. It would have been a spectacular sight on someone’s robe.”
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Brooke boss to take on new equine charity role
Petra Ingram is leaving working equine charity Brooke after 11 years to take on new role as chief executive of HorseWorld Trust.
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Turbocharged molecular sensors appear to be behind chronic pain in mammals – study
The pain system employed by mammals probably evolved to alert them to life-threatening dangers.
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Researchers delve into the skin of horses affected by Insect Bite Hypersensitivity
Impairment of the epithelial barrier in horses prone to the skin condition appears to be a factor, according to researchers.
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Video: First foal of the season as charity seeks help
Coronavirus came at the worst possible time for The Mare and Foal Sanctuary, with more than 200 resident horses and ponies requiring expert care at the end of a very long, wet winter.
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Study explores the impact of farriery interventions on horse symmetry
Findings show that while there are many different shoes and approaches, it is important to look at the effect of changes in shoeing on the symmetry of movement, rather than the other way round.
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Heart-rate recovery system in Endurance may not be fair, researchers suggest
“Pre-determined arbitrary heart-rate recovery values may not allow for fair competition during Endurance racing.”
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Updated laminitis guide aims to help prevent deadly equine disease
Free updated and rewritten guide full of useful tips to help owners prevent laminitis, spot the warning signs and know what to do if their horse is suffering from, or has suffered from, laminitis.
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Popular showjumping figure Liz Edgar dies after short cancer battle
A household name throughout her competitive career, Liz Edgar was known not only for her competitive spirit and incredible talent but also for her very stylish and classical way of riding.
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Meet Captain Tom: Charity’s lockdown foal named after heroic WW2 veteran
“As Captain Tom grows, his name will also help to remind us of how we all adapted and coped during this lockdown and that Winona produced this bundle of joy at such a strange time.”
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