Blind horse rider makes winning endurance debut
Legally blind equestrian Laura Kelmere has fulfilled an ambition to take part in an endurance ride, and is keen for more.
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The latest news and information on equine issues.
High workload among risk factors for Thoroughbred fatalities in Ontario – study
Researchers modeled race starts and workouts from 13 years of Ontario racing records in their study.
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Equine role in humanitarian disasters often overlooked
Researchers found equids play a critical role in recurrent and protracted crises, such as prolonged drought, and carrying supplies to isolated communities following natural disasters.
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Researchers add new twist to a riding simulator for children with cerebral palsy
Youngsters wore a virtual reality headset while using a horse-riding simulator.
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Racetrack hero reluctantly retires, aged 100
John Shear was 90 when he saved a young girl from being trampled by a runaway horse. A commemorative plaque has been unveiled, and a race is being renamed in his honor.
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Changes in gut fungi seen in horses with equine grass sickness – study
Scientists set out to identify fungi in the gastrointestinal tract of affected horses that might be responsible for the disease.
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Award nominee Peder Fredricson heads world showjumping rankings
Five-time Olympian Peder Fredricson heads showjumping’s world ranking for the first time, and he has also been shortlisted for the Best Athlete title in the FEI Awards for 2021.
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FEI’s global campaign puts focus on #HealthforHorses
“If the pandemic situation has shown the world anything, it is that we need to value our relationships and this also holds true for our relationships with the horse.”
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Study reveals possible genetic links between horse whorls and temperament
Some genes that appear to influence whorls also have known neurological and behavioral functions.
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New variant of Hendra virus confirmed in New South Wales horse
A new diagnositic test has had to be developed to detect the recently discovered variant.
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Horse racing needs team strategy to thrive, leader says
“We face major macro challenges arising from the pandemic and climate change. We must work together and harness the wealth of talent and expertise within our membership to … ensure that our sport thrives in the short, medium, and long term.”
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Colic survival scoring system for horses developed by researchers
System includes six important variables, delivering a final score on a 12-point scale.
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London’s Christmas horse show works to reduce environmental hoofprint
London International Horse Show employing a raft of measures to ensure sustainability and a lessened environmental impact.
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$250K start to new position honoring equine veterinarian Gary Lavin
The Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation has announced an endowment to support a full-time position, the “A. Gary Lavin Chair,” in recognition of Lavin’s contributions to the foundation and equine health.
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Blue light treatment could help coat condition in horses with Cushing’s disease
“Our recent study results are promising, we just need to conduct this study on a larger scale.”
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Calgary’s senior Hartmann’s zebra mare “Aunt Chela” dies at 22
“Chela lived an exceptionally long and wonderful life with us. She was known for her sweet personality and will be dearly missed.”
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Wheeled saviours rescue donkeys from skin trade
Motorcycle patrols on the Tanzania-Kenya border have been successfully clamping down on poachers stealing donkeys for the Chinese skin trade.
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Individual risk profiles could help reduce chances of Eventing mishaps – study
It is clear that appropriate management of individuals’ Eventing competition schedules is a key component of minimising risk.
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Leg-mounted sensors show promise as a showjumping and dressage training aid
Training-related activities were classified automatically using just two leg-mounted sensors in a Belgian study.
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Post-surgery, tiny mini shetland Doolittle thriving in new home
Tiny miniature shetland Doolittle stayed with Blue Cross for 173 days, during which time he underwent surgery for his malformed leg.
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