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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...