Practical Reproduction Studies of 2015
Alexandra Beckstett
February 2, 2016
A recap of studies on topics ranging from prostaglandin treatment of mares to semen quality in stallions.
A recap of studies on topics ranging from prostaglandin treatment of mares to semen quality in stallions.
Vets can use SAA levels to differentiate between systemic inflammation and noninflammatory diseases in horses.
This important protective system is extremely complex. Here’s a rundown of how your horse’s immune responses function.
Researchers determined that rein tensions were more consistent when horses were ridden with a martingale than without.
Exercises on the ground can help improve your symmetry and coordination in the saddle. Photo: Courtesy Alexandra Beckstett I’ve always relied on my riding to
Knowing if sleep patterns affect performance could prompt interest in sleep as an important horse management factor.
Read our in-depth coverage of the 2015 International Society of Equitation Science conference, where researchers shared their latest discoveries about equine stress, welfare, and training.
Researchers emphasized the importance of using subtle cues and having precise timing when training in the round pen.
Researchers found no differences in horses’ stress levels in high-stress situations before and after training.
Rein tension can be a welfare concern that could result in both clinical and behavioral problems.
Such equipment appeared most prevalent in sales advertisements for more expensive, higher-level horses, scientists said.
Does hyperflexion have negative effects or does it help improve horses’ performance? Scientists review the research.
A recent survey suggests that many horse owners have a poor understanding of equine nutrition.
Learn how to safely train horses to behave during common procedures, such as taking temperatures and giving injections.
Researchers found that different types of situations affected horses’ eye wrinkle characteristics.
Sunday, Oct. 25, concluded the third annual Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover, which made its Bluegrass debut at the Kentucky Horse Park this past week.
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