Selenium and Cribbing: Is There a Relationship?
Edited Press Release
November 15, 2017
Researchers found that the cribbers in their study were deficient in selenium.
Researchers found that the cribbers in their study were deficient in selenium.
The traditional four- to six-week interval aligns perfectly with what’s going on physiologically in the horse’s hoof.
Still, the researchers say they hope continued research on the topic will make equine gastric ulcers easier to diagnose.
Scientists sought an answer but found there’s no perfect bedding for all situations. Each has benefits and drawbacks.
A technique developed to investigate strangles helped scientists understand the bacteria behind human sore throats.
Gene doping’s effects, good or bad, remain unclear. It might not affect performance and could have serious side effects.
Researchers found a similar prevalence of laminitis in Australian horses and ponies as in America and Europe.
The “Gaitkeeper” gene mutation has been linked to success in trotting races in Standardbreds.
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Dentistry—including balanced alignment of the teeth and jaws—is an important part of good horse health and welfare.
An “athletic” heart is a heritable characteristic linked to good endurance performance, researchers confirmed.
Study horses returned to full health after tendon and ligament injuries and treatment without adverse side effects.
While aloe vera appeared to have some benefits, researchers say omeprazole remains the treatment of choice.
Horses’ RNA could contain clues about even the sneakiest substance abuse cases, researchers have learned.
The equine research center aims to fulfill Thoroughbred breeder and entrepreneur Maxwell Gluck’s legacy of furthering research and distinguished service to the equine industry.
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