Equestrian sport and horse racing are sports where, in the blink of an eye, events can be won or lost, explains equine musculoskeletal therapist Laura Stephenson. Being… Read more “The will to win begins with great preparation – don’t miss musculoskeletal pain”
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Sends in prize money to vulnerable horses
Lövsta-owned stallion El Barone 111 and Malin Baryard Johnsson are a relatively new together on the competition track, but have already had great success. Lövsta Stuteri and… Read more “Sends in prize money to vulnerable horses”
Africa’s Shuni virus could spread to Europe and the Middle East, researchers warn
The little-known Shuni virus, capable of killing horses, should be monitored in case it expands into regions such as Europe and the Middle East, according to researchers.… Read more “Africa’s Shuni virus could spread to Europe and the Middle East, researchers warn”
Geater investment in animal health is needed to prevent future pandemics
Members of the Action for Animal Health coalition, in a letter marking Marking World Vet Day, assert that the importance of animal health systems to global health… Read more “Geater investment in animal health is needed to prevent future pandemics”
High oxytocin enhance relationsships and trainability
The temperament of horses appears linked to levels of two important hormones, according to a fresh study. Researchers at Kyungpook National University in South Korea concluded that… Read more “High oxytocin enhance relationsships and trainability”
5 causes of Colitis
Colitis is inflammation of the large or small colon that can lead to diarrhea, proliferation of harmful bacteria, and even death in severe cases. This dangerous condition… Read more “5 causes of Colitis”
Many horses lesions from bits
Finnish researchers found more horses with bit-related lesions than without—and most of the riders had no idea. Bruises and open sores from bit use are common even… Read more “Many horses lesions from bits”
Horses are sensitive to baby talk: pet-directed speech facilitates communication with humans
A new study provides evidence that human speech style can affect equine behavior and that pet-directed speech (aka “baby talk”) improves human-horse communication. Do you talk to… Read more “Horses are sensitive to baby talk: pet-directed speech facilitates communication with humans”
New strain of horse-killing Hendra virus identified in Australia
Australian scientists have identified a new strain of the deadly Hendra virus that was the cause of a previously unexplained horse death in September 2015. The newly… Read more “New strain of horse-killing Hendra virus identified in Australia”
Osteochondrosis, decrease long-term racing despite early surgical intervention
Osteochondrosis, a common developmental bone disorder in horses, decreases long‐term racing performance in Standardbreds, study findings show. Their study, reported in the journal Veterinary Surgery, focused on… Read more “Osteochondrosis, decrease long-term racing despite early surgical intervention”
