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June 18, 2025
New Hope for Osteoarthritis in Horses
A novel treatment approach for osteoarthritis reduces joint pain and decreases the action of molecules that break down cartilage.

June 16, 2025
Biggest Barriers to Human-Led Exercise in Horses
Time, weather, and suitable facilities were the three main factors limiting how much human-led exercise a horse receives.

June 11, 2025
Managing Osteoarthritis in Horses: Combining Platelet-Rich Plasma with Corticosteroids
Combining triamcinolone with platelet-rich plasma to treat synovitis or osteoarthritis in athletic horses appears beneficial.
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Stress Eating: Anticipatory Behavior of Horses at Feeding Time
Domestic horses often show anticipatory and stress-related behaviors around feeding time, particularly in meal-fed horses.
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Chewing Requirements and Glycemic Response of Fibrous Feedstuffs
Chewing duration is important for optimal horse health and welfare. The saliva produced during chewing buffers stomach acid, and longer chewing times can reduce the risk of boredom and stereotypies. Increased chewing may also result in lower glycemic responses, which could be important for certain horses. The study objectives were to determine whether there were
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New Hope for Osteoarthritis in Horses
A novel treatment approach for osteoarthritis reduces joint pain and decreases the action of molecules that break down cartilage.
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Biggest Barriers to Human-Led Exercise in Horses
Time, weather, and suitable facilities were the three main factors limiting how much human-led exercise a horse receives.