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Dr. Hayley Randle of Duchy College in Cornwall, U.K., compares how professional and amateur riders responded during her rein tension study.
The conference brought together delegates from 14 countries to discuss equine behavior and welfare.
A fire at a small training center destroyed at least one barn and reportedly killed 19 horses.
Training outcomes are affected by a horse’s arousal state and his attachment to his trainer, scientists say.
Amanda Adams, PhD, is researching the immune system of the geriatric horse.
A correct and early diagnosis can greatly expedite pastern dermatitis’ resolution.
RCI voted to approve model rules that create a points system and enhanced penalties for drug violations.
Reflective equipment use doesn’t appear to affect the occurrence or absence of near misses with traffic.
Did you know the rate of death for horses under general anesthesia is 100 times greater than humans? Horse size and history makes a difference. Learn that and more about field anesthesia from specialist Dr. Nora Matthews of Texas A & M.
The policy requires horses attending “hendra vaccinated events” to be fully vaccinated against the virus.
Researchers found that 11.03% of the racehorses evaluated performed some stereotypy or abnormal behavior.
Dr. Hayley Randle, a researcher with the equitation science department at Duchy College in Cornwall, U.K., shares the results of her study investigating rider perception of rein tension.
Two unvaccinated horses residing in western Idaho have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV).
Study results suggest riders of all levels tend to misjudge the amount of tension they apply to their reins.
Researchers studied whether speaking in a soothing tone has a beneficial impact on the horse.
Strongylus vulgaris (the bloodworm) is the most pathogenic parasite infecting horses worldwide.
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