Concussion not taken seriously enough in too many patients, say researchers
Everyone who suffers a slip, fall or head-knock needs to be aware of the potential risks of concussion, the study team says.
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Research
Herb shows promise in reducing insulin-driven laminitis risk among horses
Study points to a novel therapeutic strategy for equine insulin dysregulation.
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Detection times for common topical painkiller used in horses put to the test
Tests were conducted on the same substance that resulted in four horses being disqualified at the Beijing Olympics.
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Owner survey explores important decision-making around horses
“We are looking for horse owners or carers who have previous experience of purchasing horses and/or euthanasia of their own horse to participate.”
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Better hoof health seen with use of copper-coated horseshoe nails
“It appears that the well-known antimicrobial effects of copper may apply to the application of copper coating of horseshoe nails.”
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Fresh study casts light on the ability of horses to read human emotions
“Our study could contribute to the understanding of how humans and companion animals send and receive emotional signals to deepen our relationships.”
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Researchers unravel the genetics of the striking “tiger-eye” in Paso Fino horses
Tiger-eye is considered a desirable trait in the Puerto Rican Paso Fino, and has not been documented to date in any breed.
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New innovations at fore in leather-free horse riding gloves
Uvex creates “the future of glove technology” for equestrians with Craspace technology and the 4D stretch material.
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Zebra stripes: Another theory to explain their purpose bites the dust
Novel experiment using water-filled barrels finds no evidence that the stripes help regulate core body temperature.
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Are smarter animals bigger troublemakers?
“Animals that innovate novel ways to solve problems in their environment could drive a type of arms race with humans.”
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Horse-gut bacteria may be useful for making biofuel, study findings suggest
Study explored acetogen communities in the gut of herbivores and their potential role in synthetic gas fermentation.
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Courses for horses: Equines put to the test through an obstacle course
Horses given a human demonstration first fared no better, researchers found.
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Do all racehorses compete in a direction that suits them?
Researchers examine laterality in horses, suggesting some may be at greater risk of injury when racing in a direction that does not suit.
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Influenza is going to the dogs – and it’s not good news
“In this study, we identified influenza viruses jumping from pigs into dogs,” the lead researcher reports.
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Rehydrating enemas for horses still have their uses, researchers suggest
Findings highlight the efficiency of a high enema in horses affected by mild dehydration, according to the study team.
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Researchers examine inheritance behind heart condition in Standardbreds
Atrial fibrillation appeared to be particularly prevalent in the descendants of one sire family. One broodmare also featured prominently.
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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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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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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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Faster collagen breakdown in Friesian horses may be linked to some health issues
“This difference in collagen metabolism could explain the known soft tissue abnormalities in Friesian horses, such as megaoesophagus and aortic rupture.”
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