New method for detecting eye problems in horses
New technique said to be a safer and faster way to diagnose equine eye problems
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Horse flu scourge of 1872 a likely turning point in influenza evolution – study
Gene replacement in avian flu virus coincided with horse flu outbreak.
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Gut reaction: Scientists assess different horse diets
Differences in gut microbes noted between oil-rich and starch-rich supplementation.
Read more“Smoking gun” found on Ice Age extinctions, including horses
Scientists believe image of an ancient grassy steppe is wrong.
Read moreCould a bacterium’s clever trick benefit horses?
Researchers see potential in bacterium as a probiotic to kill equine parasites.
Read moreImproved gene testing casts fresh light on horse movement
Single mutation critical to movement in gaited breeds, research shows.
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Human role in spreading gait gene in horses revealed
Humans behind worldwide distribution of a mutated gene that influences gait in horses.
Read moreDiscovery brings scientists closer to understanding tendon injury
Researchers cast spotlight on crucial helix structure in tendons.
Read moreResearchers tackle issues around jockey diets
Bid to end the use of risky weight-loss techniques,
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Are genetic factors behind crib-biting?
Researchers in Finland probe crib-biting at a genetic level.
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Heart rhythm problems fingered over racehorse deaths
Researcher probes sudden death in racehorses.
Read moreScientists excited by large virus found in zebra carcass
Potential seen in large antrax-eating virus found in the body of a Namibian zebra.
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Scientists develop diagnostic test for Strongylus vulgaris
Test developed as concerns mount that the parasite is making a comeback.
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Little evidence found of equine flu infecting people
Mongolian study probed potential cross-species transmission of equine and bird flu.
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Dung testing casts spotlight on stress response in horses
Research shows clear evidence of separation anxiety.
Read moreAlarming levels of MRSA revealed in horse wounds
Swabs taken from infected horses, cats and dogs in Germany reveal worrying results.
Read moreDiscovery could help tackle Eastern Equine Encephalitis
Scientists identify mechanism by which the virus manages overcome immunity.
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US thoroughbred rehoming market lacks structure – study
Study spotlights extent and scope of thoroughbred rehoming efforts.
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Ligament and tendon injuries prevalent in trotters – study
Italian study casts light on commonest standardbred injuries.
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Research could revolutionise equine dope testing
Higher and faster detection rates promised.
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