Researchers explore three cases of rare partitioning in navicular bone
Blood-supply disruption during foetal development proposed as cause.
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The latest science-based equine research for horse owners.
Researchers delve into the maternal DNA of Italian horse breeds
“Ancestral local mares harbored an extensive genetic diversity,” researchers report.
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Australia’s equine researchers urged to deliver findings in plain language
Major opportunity to increase value of research to horse owners.
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Horse owners in NZ survey back ban on private fireworks sales
Fireworks spell trouble for horses at pasture, findings suggest.
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Horses prefer straw stable bedding, study suggests
Thumbs up for straw in assessment of three bedding materials.
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Five percent of studies on infectious livestock diseases cover horses
French researchers assess 62,754 scientific papers.
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Possible US links to big 2012 equine flu outbreak in South America – study
Virus appeared to have entered through Chile, researchers report.
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First documented case of a horse surviving type A botulism
Foal was just 10 days old when admitted to California vet hospital.
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Give it a whorl: Predicting laterality in horses
Facial hair whorl rotation correlates with turning response.
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Clinical audits not used enough in veterinary medicine – study
Number of identifiable clinical audits in scientific literature is small.
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Gene variation might signify longer concussion recovery, study suggests
Researchers focused on 40 athletes with a diagnosed concussion.
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Horse riders have the “right stuff”, a German study suggests
Riding is found to build strong character traits.
Read moreClimate change may not result in less US grass cover – study
Earlier spring, warmer winters will largely offset summer baking.
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Researchers explore winter shelter and heat preferences in horses
Norwegian study conducted just below the Arctic Circle.
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Bat findings could help in the fight against deadly Hendra virus
Researchers cast spotlight on the super immunity of bats.
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Fifty-nine rider deaths identified in eventing since 1993
Researcher examines hurdles in assessing eventing risk
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Dogs and horses a useful double-act in helping autistic children – study
Dogs and horses improved adaptability, British researchers report.
Read moreLab-engineered equine cartilage could get first live trial next year
How will it hold up to the large forces exerted in a horse?
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Jousting injuries may have sparked Henry VIII’s erratic behaviour – study
Two hours of unconsciousness after horse fell on him.
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“Smell-of-a-horse” herb improves sexual function in women – study
Ashwagandha shows promise in double blind, placebo-controlled study.
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