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Metabolism and hindgut ecosystem in forage fed sedentary and athletic horses [PDF]
, 2008 The objective of this thesis was to study the effects of forage crude protein content and forage conservation method on metabolism and hindgut ecosystem, abrupt feed changes and exercise response.
Muhonen, Sara
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Vaginal host–microbe signatures linked to placental outcomes in mares
Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.Abstract Background Ascending placentitis is a leading cause of late‐term pregnancy loss in mares. Although pathogens are presumed to ascend from the caudal reproductive tract, the association between the vaginal microbiome and placentitis has not been systematically examined.
Machteld van Heule +7 more
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Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.Abstract Background The prevalence of insulin dysregulation (ID) has not been investigated in sport horses. Stall‐side insulin assays offer convenience but need further validation. Objectives To determine the prevalence of and risk factors for ID in a sport horse population using an oral sugar test (OST) and assess agreement between stall‐side and ...
Kimberly L. Hallowell +7 more
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Revista Brasileira de Zootecnia, 1999 Foram realizados dois experimentos para avaliar o efeito de três freqüências de pastejos (28, 38 e 48 dias) sobre a massa de forragem, a taxa de acúmulo de matéria seca (MS) e a relação folha:haste (F:H) em Tanzânia e Mombaça, no período de setembro de ...
Patrícia Menezes Santos +2 more
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Quality Forage: Interpreting Composition and Determining Market Value
, 2004 Forage quality can greatly influence how animals produce their productsAS ...
Schroeder, J. W.
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Oscillometric assessment of bronchodilator response in horses with severe asthma during remission
Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.Abstract Background During clinical remission of severe equine asthma (SEA), affected animals can be challenging to distinguish from healthy horses. In humans, the degree of bronchodilation achieved with a β2‐adrenergic bronchodilator is helpful in differentiating asthmatics from healthy subjects.
Séléna de Wasseige +2 more
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Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.Abstract Background Flysheet use is common without any published scientific evidence to justify their use. Objectives To demonstrate the effectiveness of flysheets at reducing fly avoidance behaviours and measuring changes in body temperature, heart rate, and cortisol levels. Study Design Ten‐week alternating crossover design.
Meggan Graves +2 more
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ECONOMICS OF ALTERNATIVE STOCKING DENSITIES FOR DIRECT-SEEDED CENTRAL MICHIGAN ALFALFA PASTURES [PDF]
A framework which permits estimation of economically optimal stocking rates for alternative economic parameters and alfalfa forage availability was developed and applied to a controlled grazing experiment conducted with Holstein steers (243 kg) placed on
Rust, Steven R. +3 more
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Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.Abstract Background Insulin dysregulation (ID) and pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) are common equine endocrinopathies detected by measurement of circulating insulin and adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH) concentrations. Different assays may yield variable results, limiting comparability.
Nicola J. Menzies‐Gow +2 more
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