Busted! The top 10 myths of distance riding
“The first ride is the toughest. Take that first step.”
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Inherent differences in racehorse breeds a factor in track deaths, findings suggest
“It is possible that the very behavioural attributes traditionally seen as conferring a competitive advantage may have an overall negative impact.”
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Badminton Horse Trials: Speedy Kiwi jumps into lead
More than half finish the challenging 32-obstacle cross country, and there’s not much between the top 10.
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Racing leaders getting together on thoroughbred aftercare
Welfare of former racehorses, their retraining and aftercare, in spotlight at international conference.
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Major equine herpes virus outbreak in France affects around 200 horses
Mostly sport horses have been affected, according to authorities.
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The parasite problem: Many horse owners struggling with deworming
Results from Britain’s latest National Equine Health Survey show that some horse owners are still not up to speed with best worming practice.
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Horse who was victim of neglect sues former owner to cover ongoing care
The horse, named Justice, is also seeking compensation for his pain and suffering.
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Therapy horses cope well working with war veterans, findings suggest
“It is important to understand the impact of such interventions on the stress level and quality of life for the horses involved.”
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The heart of the matter: What causes sudden death in racehorses?
“Some of these rhythms were life-threatening and if you saw it in the patient in the clinic you’d stand back in case the horse fell on you.”
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World’s most elusive Long Rider finally found, riding toward the Arctic Circle
“Life is too short,” Jing Li once told himself, and he started making plans to swing into the saddle.
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Sounding out lameness: Subtle signs revealed in new video series
Series to help riders, trainers and coaches to identify the early signs of pain in the horse.
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Responsible ownership focus of Britain’s new equine Code of Practice
Britain’s new equine Code of Practice has been welcomed by an international charity, calling it “a significant step for equine welfare
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New recognition for mighty war horse Reckless
Larger-than-life, 1000-pound statue of Sergeant Reckless to be unveiled at the Kentucky Horse Park.
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New vaccine for horses delivered by nasal spray proves effective in small trial
Scientists report the vaccine was well tolerated and didn’t lead to any negative side effects.
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Dental endoscopy adds efficiency to equine oral care
Dental endoscope enables a more thorough examination by placing a small camera and light source directly into the horse’s mouth.
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Curly question answered: Second gene behind curly horse coats identified
“Our study clearly demonstrated the independent effects of KRT25 and SP6 on curly coat development in horses.”
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Vets correct horse’s cardiac arrhythmia in world-first equine ablation
First successful 3D mapping and ablation of an atrial arrhythmia in a horse.
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Hippotherapy for the horseless: Meet Stewie the robotic horse
Robotic horse designed by university students in Texas could help patients recover movement, balance.
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Horses can read and remember human emotions, study finds
“This is the first time any mammal has been shown to have this particular ability.”
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#TimesUp in the horse world as safe sport code adopted
“To behave ethically necessitates an awareness of power differentials among all persons involved.”
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