Thumb-suckers, nail-biters less likely to be allergic to horses and other common allergens
Findings fit theory that early exposure to dirt or germs reduces allergy risk.
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Giving horses a voice – thanks to computer software
Researchers look at bridging the digital divide with horses.
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Emotional support animals pose legal risks for psychologists – study
Liabilities could arise for pyschologists certifying animals, researchers suggest.
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Study identifies key welfare priorities to help Britain’s horses
Report provides vital insights into Britain’s equine sector, says World Horse Welfare.
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Neanderthal insights: Diet of horse and reindeer, with a grisly twist
Researchers find evidence of cannabilism in northern Europe.
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Abnormality in SHOX gene behind bone disorder in Shetland ponies – study
Skeletal atavism harks back to the horse’s ancient ancestors.
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Probiotics in horses the subject of cutting-edge research
Complex make-up of equine gut bacteria of increasing interest.
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The rise of mammals: Fresh research challenges dominant theory on timing
Mammals diversified only after dinosaur extinction left space
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Temperature and equine inflammation: Is there a link?
Equine inflammation explored in connection with a simple variable — temperature.
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Nerve blocks in horses: Working from the bottom up?
Nerve blocks may not always provide the most accurate information.
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Researchers explore factors affecting platelet-rich plasma in horses
Platelet concentration in platelet-rich plasma higher in horses on ketoprofen.
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Emerging techniques could aid diagnosis of tick-borne horse infections – review
DNA-based methods could aid identification of species and subspecies.
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Good immune response reported in horses and other species.
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Horse therapy found to improve resilience in marginalised youths
Study involved 12 adolescents attending a charter high school.
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Fearful horses have their advocates, say researchers
In some cases they can be the highest performers.
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“Perfect storm” felled South America’s Ice Age mammals, including horses
Many found to have disappeared in a century-long window.
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Grey-headed flying foxes not main Hendra culprit, research suggests
Black flying foxes suspected to be behind most spillover cases in horses.
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Evidence of temporary cardiac fatigue found in endurance horses
The clinical relevance of findings remain uncertain.
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Ability of horses to manipulate the attention of humans shown in study
Study provides further evidence of advanced cognitive abilities in horses.
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Patients with substance-use problems describe value of horse therapy
“The horse accepts you for who you are.”
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