Cobalt chloride in horses upsets heart and kidneys – US research
Summary of first phase of comprehensive cobalt study given.
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Research
Brain protein reveals long-term effects of ‘mild’ concussion
“Even mild concussion impacts can cause permanent damage.”
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Horses in eastern Siberia adapted to icy cold in only 100 generations – study
Adaptations were “almost overnight” in evolutionary terms.
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Artery tests fail to explain Friesian’s susceptibility to thoracic aortic ruptures
Results suggest existence of a local, hereditary defect, say researchers.
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Bits can suffocate racehorses and cause sudden death, suggests professor
Could loss of lip seal in bitted horses cause big problems?
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Land bridge helped ice-age horses and other mammals survive for millennia
20-year study explores megafauna on Alaska’s Northern Slope.
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HERDA horses should avoid sunlight, research shows
Skin of affected horses more susceptible to enzymatic degradation.
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Kangaroos alongside horses in the pantheon of farting
International research team delves into methane emissions.
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Lengthened paces affect loading on entire forelimb of horses – study
May be a factor in fetlock and suspensory ligament injuries.
Read moreLiver flukes prevalent among Ethiopian donkeys – study
More than 900 donkeys examined in study.
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Horse vets get inside story on saddle fit
Illustrated tutorial for veterinarians aims to help educate horse owners on saddle fit issues.
Read moreLoss of winter coat in Poland’s Konik horses not uniform, study shows
Researchers monitor coat changes in five horses in reserve.
Read moreUS researchers delve into make-up of gut bacteria in horses
Team hopes to identify what constitutes a healthy bacterial mix.
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The social network: Dynamic lives of Grevy’s zebras and wild asses explored
Their communities are strikingly different, say researchers.
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Horse-riding plays part in spread of non-native species, review suggests
Six recreational activities explored in review, horse-riding among them.
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Variant in well-known height gene plays role in Shetland’s lack of stature – study
Genetic analysis performed on 48 Shetland ponies.
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Horses prove worth in getting patients to complete substance abuse treatment
Patients opting for horse therapy stayed in treatment longer.
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Inflammatory biomarker in racehorses assessed by Polish researchers
Increases recorded for muscle and tendon injuries, but not stress fractures.
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Biomarkers show potential for monitoring fitness of horses – study
Researchers measured effects of an exercise test on fit horses.
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Anhidrosis could explain poor summer workouts by some horses, says vet
“Any horse may suffer from anhidrosis in the summer months.”
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