Aerobic capacity: how does it impact racehorses?

Nov 10, 2023 | Welfare

Accueil 9 Search query for: Aerobic capacity in a racehorse is described as the usage of oxygen to provide the energy required to sustain the activity. To move, a horse must use a combination of metabolic and biochemical processes to generate energy.  The demand...

Atypical equine myopathy

Oct 31, 2023 | Physiology, Welfare

Accueil 9 Search query for: Atypical myopathy is a disease that affects horses. It is a generalized muscle weakness caused by the intoxication of a molecule contained in the samaras and seedlings of certain maple trees. When horses graze on pastures where these...

The future of equine veterinary medicine: how technology is changing the industry?

Sep 8, 2023 | Science, Welfare

Accueil 9 Category: Welfare Equine veterinary medicine is essential for ensuring the health and well-being of horses, whether in the sports or leisure domain. For years, equine medicine professionals have followed well-established care protocols to treat diseases...

What effects does training have on the horse’s respiratory system?

Aug 30, 2023 | Physiology

Accueil 9 Category: Physiology The respiratory system’s function is to make use of the oxygen that is freely present in the air we breathe. The horse’s lungs and respiratory system depend on them to operate correctly, not only because of their size...

Sports horses: what dietary supplements for what needs? 

Aug 9, 2023 | Physiology

Accueil 9 Search query for: Horse supplements are products designed to provide additional nutrients to supplement their basic diet. They are used to meet specific needs, improve the health, well-being and performance of horses. However, they should not be used as...