Issues with horse nosebands reported by one in five users in survey
The most common complication was hair loss under the noseband.
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Training
Study explores the impact of farriery interventions on horse symmetry
Findings show that while there are many different shoes and approaches, it is important to look at the effect of changes in shoeing on the symmetry of movement, rather than the other way round.
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Heart-rate recovery system in Endurance may not be fair, researchers suggest
“Pre-determined arbitrary heart-rate recovery values may not allow for fair competition during Endurance racing.”
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New standard for frangible cross-country fences announced
“Realistic infield assessment to ensure fences don’t break too easily has been strongly debated and agreed … understanding the importance of balancing safety with true cross-country.”
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Horse holidays: Idyllic breaks or a potential source of stress?
Study involved eight Pure Spanish stallions who work for the Municipal Police of Barcelona.
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Science could help eliminate tiring Endurance horses earlier, say researchers
Researchers say an automated risk calculator could be developed to identify Endurance horses on a path to elimination.
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US appaloosa nationals eliminates two-year-old ridden classes
“We’re convinced that giving our young horses some additional time to mature will benefit them immensely and pay dividends for the Appaloosa industry down the road.”
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Strip-grazing best to keep horses trim, study finds
The latest research compares strip grazing to two other restricted grazing practices during Britain’s grass-growing season.
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Aust, NZ horse owners asked to share Covid-19 issues
Survey aims to learn of the effects of Covid-19 on horse owners, riders, trainers, grooms, stable managers, and other equestrian professionals, and then provide targeted advice.
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New sarcoid treatment could be a game-changer for inoperable tumors
The treatment completely eliminated eyelid sarcoids on a horse that would otherwise have needed its eye removed.
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Equine weight gain’s link to gut bacteria changes: We need to know more
Ponies and horses in a German weight-gain study got fat, and then they got flabby.
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The need for feed: German study highlights shortcomings in stable routines
“Excessive feed intake pauses as found in the present study represent a risk of pain, suffering and harm.”
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Revealed: The secret to getting your horse on the bit, naturally
There is a way to help every horse and pony become soft and supple in your hand that is both easy and natural.
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Horse owners who show gender bias may be doing harm, say researchers
Researchers find there are behavioural differences between mares and geldings, but not under saddle.
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Cribbing collars don’t work: Here’s why
Cribbing collars may discourage the behavior, but they do not relieve the urge.
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How horses see the world: Jump colours need a rethink, say researchers
“We found that, for horses, orange has poor visibility and contrast against most surroundings.”
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Challenges in assessing equine spines highlighted in study
Clinical assessment of spinal motion in horses is part of many routine clinical exams, but they remain highly subjective.
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Study to explore muscle diseases in horses
“Muscle diseases are some of the most common health issues horses face, with more than 250,000 horses in the US afflicted each year.”
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Global thoroughbred industry making progress in racehorse aftercare
“We don’t need to bend to the will of activists, but we do need to make sure that we match the reasonable expectations of ordinary people.”
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Bit specialist speaks out over “misinformation” in FEI rules
Accredited bit fitter says descriptions in FEI and EA rulebooks of the action of some bits are incorrect.
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