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A recent survey of equine veterinarians in Britain reported that 92% of respondents encountered injection-shy horses at least a few times each month, with nearly half indicating they saw them at least a few times each week.
Care & Training Latest News 

Horse unhappy about needles? A topical painkiller might help, study finds

June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

Findings show that a topical anesthetic can effectively reduce behavior reaction of horses to intramuscular injections.

British Equestrian wants to break down barriers to participation in horse sport. A research project is targeting those from ethnically diverse communities and low socio-economic backgrounds.
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#HorsesForAll as Britain seeks to break down participation barriers

June 29, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
“The traditional frequent anthelmintic treatments should be abandoned and replaced by more sustainable deworming programs,” the researchers said.
Health Latest News 

Hungary horse farms slow to adopt latest parasite control methods

June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 Mark Andrews 0 Comments
Scientists say an equine model shows promise as a surrogate model for future hepacivirus vaccine research.
Health Latest News 

Vaccine study in horses shows way forward in hepatitis research

June 28, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
The FEI is one of the seven federations including BFW (badminton), FIFA (football), ITF (tennis), UCI (cycling), World Athletics, and World Rugby, which “stood out from the rest”, the review said.
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FEI earns top marks in review of international sports federations

June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

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The George Mernagh Memorial Fund will award training bursaries to the top three league finishers in four EI Youth league classes this year. Cathal Daniels, pictured on Rioghan Rua at Camphire in 2015, was a recipient of the GMMF that year.
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Ireland’s young eventers to vie for €60,000 bursary fund

June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

The George Mernagh Memorial Fund will award training bursaries to the top three league finishers in four EI Youth league classes this year.

Horses showed a preference for lighter-toned buckets in an experiment in Turkey.
Care & Training Latest News 

Turquoise water buckets given slurp of approval by horses

June 27, 2022June 27, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
Katie Jerram-Hunnable rode the Queen's Sunbeam to win the Supreme Coloured Horse Ridden Championship at Hickstead at the weekend.
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Queen’s horse troops the colour to win Supreme title at Hickstead

June 27, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
Ireland’s Shane Breen finally landed the Al Shira’aa Derby at Hickstead, after nearly two decades of trying.
News 

At last! Ireland’s Shane Breen nabs Hickstead Derby

June 27, 2022June 28, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
The authors took out fake and poorly conducted studies. It left them with 11 studies to review.
News Research 

Updated review finds no evidence that ivermectin helps against Covid-19

June 26, 2022June 28, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

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Wehorse offers a chance to try out its online horse training platform free for a week.
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Free trial of online horse training platform

June 28, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

Wehorse offers a chance to try out its online horse training platform free for a week.

The 10th Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit features 10 different panels going over different topics relating to racehorse welfare.
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Summit puts racehorse welfare and safety at forefront

June 23, 2022June 24, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
The discussion will look at improving the public perception of the horse-human partnership and the use of horses in sport.
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Equestrian leaders to address public perception of horse sport

June 21, 2022June 22, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
The "Equine Collaborative Wild Horse Solutions Summit" will discuss the way forward for the last remaining wild horse and burro herds and their habitats.
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Wild horse summit seeks reform of mustang management

June 20, 2022June 20, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
A special online screening of the film War Horse is helping to raise funds for working equine charity Brooke USA.
Education & Entertainment 

Special viewing of movie pays homage to saviour of war horses

June 17, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

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The first 90 tonnes of a specially created feed for horses affected by war in Ukraine have rolled off the production line.
Features News 

New “SOS” horse feed developed in Ukraine for war-torn equines

June 24, 2022June 26, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

The first 90 tonnes of a specially created feed for horses affected by war in Ukraine have rolled off the production line.

A spot of bother at the Derby Bank. The 60th edition of the famous Hickstead Derby takes place at the iconic venue developed by Douglas Bunn this weekend, and the course is almost identical to how it was in 1960.
Features News 

Hickstead’s famous Derby celebrates 60th edition

June 23, 2022June 25, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
He needed a lot of healing himself, but now rescue horse Paddy is a leader in equine-assisted therapy and helping troubled humans regain their confidence and rebuild their lives.
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Rescued horse thrives in new role helping troubled humans

June 22, 2022June 24, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
Felix Vogg and Colero bagged their first 5-star event with an all-the-way victory at Luhmühlen, and Michael Jung rode Highlighter to success in the CCI4*-S.
Features News 

Best birthday ever: Luhmühlen Horse Trials winner Felix Vogg celebrates in style

June 20, 2022June 24, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
Polo's new home in the US in Wellington, Florida, will set the standard for excellence in polo, the US Polo Association says.
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Polo has new, permanent “home” in the US

June 19, 2022June 21, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

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Findings highlight the importance of cleaning and disinfecting stalls at events once they have been vacated, before other horses use them.
Health News 

Study highlights how easily EHV-1 can spread among gathered horses

June 25, 2022June 28, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

Findings highlight the importance of cleaning and disinfecting stalls at events once they have been vacated, before other horses use them.

The three main threats are Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV), Hendra virus variant (HeVg2) and African horse sickness virus (AHSV), and scientists say the country needs to be prepared for such incursions.
Health News 

Australia works to keep out trio of nasty equine diseases

June 23, 2022June 25, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
Three further levels of sanctions will be added before imposing a suspension, giving those responsible ample opportunity to comply with the FEI's Horse Health Requirements.
Health News 

FEI refines horse health protocols post-EHV-1 outbreak

June 22, 2022June 24, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
An example of how the x-rays were taken, with markers of known length in place, to allow for epiglottis length measurements.
Health News 

Flaccid epiglottis in racehorses linked to exercised-related airway problems

June 18, 2022June 21, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
Several factors combine to leave horses at risk from the virus, including relatively poor vaccination rates.
Health News 

Horse industries around globe remain at high risk from equine flu – review

June 17, 2022June 20, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

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The 10th Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit featured a range of presentations on the progress of the racing industry to promote the health of its equine and human athletes while focusing on the significance of data in facilitating these gains.
Care & Training News 

Two-year-old racehorse fatalities attributed to pandemic disruption

June 25, 2022June 28, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

The 10th Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit featured a range of presentations on the progress of the racing industry to promote the health of its equine and human athletes while focusing on the significance of data in facilitating these gains.

The equestrian world has been urged to "do more, faster” to prioritise equine welfare, as public perception of horse sport is increasingly in the spotlight.
Care & Training News 

Horse world urged to up its equine welfare game

June 24, 2022June 25, 2022 Robin Marshall 0 Comments
The Imperial Choice, produced by Katie Jerram-Hunnable, has won a coveted Healthiest Body Condition award.
Care & Training News 

Leading show rider’s horse rewarded for being in best shape

June 21, 2022June 24, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
Mollie Buckley's research could lead to better career outcomes for off-the-track horses.
Care & Training News 

Study aims to identify desirable traits in racehorses pursuing new careers

June 20, 2022June 24, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
Some parts of the process have received little research attention, the researchers found.
Care & Training News 

Key facets of end-of-life decision-making identified in review

June 16, 2022June 20, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

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Researchers charted changes in off-the-track Thoroughbreds during a structured training program as they moved to careers as saddle horses.
News Research 

Significant kinematic changes seen in Thoroughbreds retrained as saddle horses

June 24, 2022June 25, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

“What is interesting … is that the compensatory movement of the horse was significantly reduced after training, and the horse tried to center itself on the rider.”

The technology will use artificial intelligence to analyze high-definition video of horses as they move.
News Research 

Artificial intelligence could hasten detection of gait problems in horses

June 22, 2022June 24, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
"Just like SARS-CoV-2, a vaccine alone can’t win the war. The virus constantly evolves to adapt to a new host."
News Research 

Antibody cocktail effective against new Hendra virus variant, study shows

June 15, 2022June 20, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
"Most of the authors cited in this review have commented on the growing difference between minimum riding weights and increases in the mean body mass of a modern adult."
Latest News Research 

Health impacts of jockey weight-making measures warrant more research – review

June 14, 2022June 20, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
Many of the participants who met the threshold for depression and PTSD before the program no longer met the criteria after participation.
News Research 

Stressed first-responders benefit from horse-related therapy – study

June 13, 2022June 20, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

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Researchers examined the height of horses in Lithuania through the centuries.
Culture News 

Even the smallest horses were ridden in past centuries, Lithuanian study finds

June 19, 2022June 24, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

Researchers examined the height of horses in Lithuania through the centuries.

Everyone is Winging It, a working illustration by Charlie Mackesy for The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse, is among the selling exhibition at Sotheby's.
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Charlie Macksey’s inspiring horse drawings on show and sale

June 18, 2022June 20, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
More than just a scenic hike, the Nez Perce National Historical Trail is a tribute to the tribe who outrode the US Army for 126 days on their Appaloosa horses.
Culture News 

Historic trail a scenic reminder of the tragic “war of 1877”

June 10, 2022June 15, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
Never Say Die and Lester Piggott stormed to victory in the 1954 Epsom Derby.
Culture News Reviews 

Never Say Die and Lester Piggott’s historic win started a horse racing revolution

June 1, 2022June 11, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
Three Horses, by Xu Beihong, sold for $HK5.7 million.
Culture News 

Equestrian works by famed Chinese artist net $3 million

June 1, 2022June 4, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

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“The grants will support smaller regional and grassroots breeding and production show-related classes. It will also engender a culture of breeder recognition and support in Ireland."
Breeding News 

€500K awarded to 55 horse shows for breeding initiatives in Ireland

June 26, 2022June 28, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

“The grants will support smaller regional and grassroots breeding and production show-related classes. It will also engender a culture of breeder recognition and support in Ireland.”

The funding covers a variety of schemes, such as mare upgrades, X-ray screening, breaking and schooling, embryo transfer, and stallion health screening.
Breeding News 

Ireland’s sport horse breeders to share in €2m govt funding

June 25, 2022June 28, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
Mare previously assessed as high-risk were found to have significantly more delivery problems than normal.
Breeding News 

Late-term hospitalization of mares with high-risk pregnancies warranted – study

June 21, 2022June 24, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
Genetic experts are turning their attention to the ancient Scottish Eriskay Pony, to help protect and promote the critically endangered native breed.
Breeding News 

Scientists undertake major DNA study of Eriskay pony genetics

June 14, 2022June 20, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments
Fynn the Great, by Fynch Hatton, sold to New Zealand buyers for €47,000 at the 7th Oldenburger Special Edition auction.
Breeding News 

NZ buyer tops Oldenburg sale with $80K for colt foal

June 12, 2022June 14, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 0 Comments

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