Blink rate a simple, cost-free way of measuring acute stress in horses, say researchers
Study team found a significant correlation of blink rate with conventional measures of stress.
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Horses more relaxed hanging with their human besties – study
“Human–animal interactions are emotionally charged events, eliciting specific emotional states in both subjects involved.”
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Giant pandas have a good reason for rolling in horse manure, say researchers
Chemicals in horse manure likely provide a sense of sense of warmth on the skin of pandas, according to researchers.
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Horse pursuits a significant cause of hand injuries among sports, German study shows
Hand injuries in horse sport not only represented one of the most common sports injuries, but were also associated with more surgeries and hospitalisation.
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Dressage makes Hickstead comeback with new premier competition
Dressage is returning to Hickstead, taking centre stage in a new Premier League competition on the All England Jumping Course arena.
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Awards pony up thousands in grants for equine charities
£43,000 on offer for fourth annual SEIB Insurance Brokers Charity Awards.
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Boldness and independence in horses: Only one tends to change with age, researchers find
“The increase in boldness with age may relate to accumulated exposure to various events and stimuli that come with time.”
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How a US horse flu epidemic fueled the crusade to end animal cruelty
“As coughing, feverish horses staggered through the streets, it was evident that these tireless servants lived short, brutal lives.”
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Horse sport’s place at Paris 2024 Olympics confirmed by IOC
Dressage, showjumping and eventing at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games will take place in Versailles with a full quota of 200 horses and riders.
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Govt consultation on horse transport a chance to improve travel welfare
Horses fall in the gap between companion animals/pets and livestock and welfare during transport, regardless of purpose, needs to be considered for all equines.
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Genetic variant behind heightened risk of ocular cancer identified in three further horse breeds
Findings support using DNA testing for the gene in Connemara ponies to assist in mate selection and clinical management, researchers say.
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Pandemic assistance for equestrian establishments under used, survey finds
“Plenty of yards have accessed support from both the government and charities, including the British Horse Society. But we have found that there are plenty who are unsure where to turn to for help – whether that be seeking financial support or advice.”
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Dutch buyer lays out €281K for young Oldenburg stallion
Dressage-bred son of For Dance provides the price highlight at the recent Oldenburg stallion Stallion Market.
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Horse bones in demand for ice skates in medieval Poland, research shows
“Horses, unlike other domestic animals, usually lived to old age. However, after their death, there was no hesitation in using their remains.”
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Voice of African American equestrians sought for new chronicle
The Chronicle of African Americans in the Horse Industry is seeking stories and research to contribute to the collection.
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Equestrian safety helmet research fund reaches $425,000
Work has begun on a rating system for equestrian safety helmets, which will provide insight into how helmet models compare when looking at safety and protection.
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Wolves and horses: Can they co-exist?
“While it takes a pack to bring down a horse, a lone wolf can attack smaller prey. This may be why horses and wolves often seem to live amazingly peacefully in close proximity.”
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Just four maternal ancestry lines exist in the Cleveland Bay horse – study
Findings based on analysis of the mitochondrial D-loop sequence in representative samples from 96 Cleveland Bay horses.
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Star racehorses step out for thoroughbred welfare
“Allowing people to see horses like Werther and Ping Hai Star who have been foaled in New Zealand, raced here and offshore, and have now come back here to retire, helps reinforce the message that thoroughbreds are for life.”
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Researchers drill down into jockey injuries in Maryland
Over a quarter of injury incidents required further medical care in a hospital or other medical facility, while surgery was needed in 2.5% of injuries, researchers reported.
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