What does a pain-free, content horse really look like? Ongoing research aims to improve our horses’ experiences as partners in sport and life because studies have shown that even experienced
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“ The high prevalence of lameness in sport horses – as much as 46% in a recent study – calls for greater need for identifying pain behaviours. “ This piece
“As one of the most widely used pieces of equipment, bits are ubiquitous in the equestrian world and so deeply ingrained that many riders don’t even question their application. In
“Early identification of musculoskeletal pain can prevent conditions from worsening and promote better welfare and rider safety.” In this article I wanted to focus on how riders and owners could
One of the best ways to improve the horse’s longevity while promoting their well-being and soundness is by ensuring they are fit and developed well enough to support the weight