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Myopathy breakthrough paves way for new treatments
Dr Charlotte Maile and Professor Richard Piercy. RVC study reveals mechanisms that underlie form of ‘tying-up’ New research has revealed...
Research throws light on equine grass sickness
Equine grass sickness affects mainly grazing equines. Study shows the value of monitoring weight loss New, free-to-access research on equine...
University pioneers robotic scan for horses
The first-ever robotics-controlled imaging system for use in standing and moving horses has been launched by the University of Pennsylvania’s...
Rise in the number of foals being abandoned
Olympus received round-the-clock care and is now three months old. Despite suffering an allergy to milk, he quickly adapted to...
Research sheds new light on race-day injuries
"Now that we have a baseline against which to monitor the effects of future interventions, there will be opportunities to...
Endurance horse tests positive for banned substance
O-Desmethyl-Tramadol is banned under the FEI’s Equine Anti-Doping and Controlled Medication Regulations (stock photo). The Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) announces...
Experts discuss science of prediction to prevent racehorse injuries
Fracture of the lateral condyle of the third metacarpus is the most common reason for euthanasia on the racecourse. Podcast...
Horses ‘can communicate preferences’
Horses preferred to remain without a blanket in nice weather, but to have a blanket on in wet, windy or...
One in three horses with health problems are lame
Gemma Taylor, education officer at Blue Cross. National Equine Health Survey (NEHS) results disclosed Osteoarthritis and limb conditions are predominantly...
Researchers assess equine bandage pressure
Standing wrap bandages maintained pressure for a 24 hour period but exerted less pressure than compression wraps. Study recommends changing...