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Impact of evidence‐based information on horse owners' misconceptions of colic

Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Misconceptions can be defined as ‘false, persistent beliefs’ or ‘inaccurate, prior knowledge’ and can influence decision‐making. Objectives To investigate the impact of evidence‐based information on UK horse owners' decision‐making for colic. Study Design Mixed‐methods cross‐sectional study.
K. L. Burrell, G. C. W. England, J. H. Burford, S. L. Freeman   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Validation of a stall‐side immunoglobulin assay for use in equine reproductive management

Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Equine foals receive IgG from mare colostrum through passive transfer. Failure of passive transfer (FPT) is a significant risk to the foal's life, leaving them vulnerable to infection and sepsis. Radial Immunodiffusion (RID) and immunoturbidimetric assays quantify IgG present in a foal sample but require a laboratory to complete ...
L. Moore, A. McLain, S. H. McDowell, C. J. Ledgerwood, E. Bailie, M. A. Nesbit, T. Moore   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Dexmedetomidine infusions improve cardiovascular and renal function in anaesthetised, experimentally endotoxaemic horses

Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Dexmedetomidine infusions are beneficial in anaesthetised endotoxaemic horses when administered concurrent to endotoxin, but post‐conditioning effects are unknown. Objectives To evaluate whether a dexmedetomidine infusion is beneficial in horses administered Escherichia coli O55:B5 lipopolysaccharides (LPS) endotoxin prior to ...
Sera Lee, Rachel C. Hector, Lynn Pezzanite, Eric Gilleland, Marlis L. Rezende   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Lacrimal caruncula thermography overestimates rectal temperature in horses: Influence of camera type and measurement distance

Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Rectal temperature (RT) is the gold standard for assessing body temperature in horses, but handling and welfare concerns limit its use. Thermography of the lacrimal caruncula (LC) has been proposed as a noncontact alternative, although its accuracy may be influenced by device characteristics and measurement distance.
Ömer Tarık Orhun, Ferda Turgut, Sıtkıcan Okur, Taner Arslan, Latif Emrah Yanmaz   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

World Horse Welfare online collection of research on working equids [PDF]

Equine Veterinary Journal, 2014
R, Owers, C, Marr
openaire   +2 more sources

Age, embryo donor status, and insemination with chilled semen all predispose to persistent breeding‐induced endometritis in warmblood mares

Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Persistent breeding‐induced endometritis (PBIE) is a common reason for mares failing to establish pregnancy. Objective To examine the hypothesis that advancing mare age and embryo donor status predispose to PBIE and compromise fertility.
Tom Stout, Rik Serrarens, Bart Leemans, Anthony Claes   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

The prevalence of Streptococcus equi subsp. equi carriers in the Netherlands

Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Streptococcus equi subspecies equi (S. equi) carriers are thought to be important drivers for strangles outbreaks. Limited data are available on the prevalence of carriers in European horse husbandry settings. Objectives To estimate the prevalence of S.
R. M. A. C. Houben, E. M. Broens, M. J. Broekhuizen‐Stins, M. M. Sloet van Oldruitenborgh‐Oosterbaan, C. van Maanen, J. A. P. Heesterbeek   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Electronic instrumentation of a swingletree for equid pull load monitoring: a contribution for the welfare and performance of working donkeys

, 2021
Equids play a fundamental role in supporting livelihoods in many parts of the world. Being able to access the animal’s welfare, especially while performing tasks that involve high levels of physical effort such as those found in agroforestry ...
Albuquerque, Francisco Braga, Rodrigues, João Brandão, Cooke, Fiona, Coelho, João Paulo, Queijo, Luis, Garrett, Chris, Judge, Andrew, Rosse, Higor Vendramini   +7 more
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Piezosurgical partial ostectomy of the incisive bone for an ossifying fibroma removal in a 4‐year‐old Warmblood gelding

Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Ossifying fibromas are uncommon in horses and complete surgical excision with premaxillectomy, maxillectomy or mandibulectomy is recommended. Piezosurgery has been previously used in equines only in one study. Objective To report a case of ossifying fibroma treated with piezosurgery and to describe its follow‐up.
G. Forni, M. E. Falomo, I. Casalini, M. Isola   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Assessment of ante mortem welfare indicators and the pathophysiology of captive-bolt trauma in equids at slaughter

Animal Welfare
Abstract There is limited research into horse slaughter, particularly ante mortem welfare, and the effectiveness of captive-bolt gun (CBG) stunning, despite this being a widely used method worldwide. To address this evidence gap and explore associations between ante and post mortem factors, the welfare of 62 horses was assessed at a commercial ...
Katharine A Fletcher, Barbara Padalino, Martina Felici, Daniele Bigi, Georgina Limon-Vega, Andrew Grist, Troy J Gibson   +6 more
openaire   +5 more sources