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Interview with Jo Hockenhull and Lynda Birke – Human-Horse Relations Research Nov 11, 2023

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Check out this interview with Dr Jo Hockenhull and Dr Lynda Birke as they embark on an exciting new study into Human-Horse Relationships.

The new study has just gone live and is looking for participants!

Why study this and what benefits could it bring to our own relationships with our horses?

Have you ever wondered:

Why you bond with some horses and not others?
Why you feel comfortable with some horses quicker than others?
What your horse may be feeling when they move to a new yard or are sold?
What can we learn from how our horses interact with us?

ALSO

Do horses experience grief and loss?
How can a horse express grief?

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This research is new and exciting - what can our horses teach us?

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Interview with Briony Witherow – The Role of Toys and Feeding Equipment for Horses Nov 05, 2023

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Briony Witherow is a registered equine nutritionist and lecturer at Writtle University College with a deep understanding through research and teaching experience in the role of horse toys and feeding apparatus and techniques.

In this interview with Briony, we start to discuss the use of feeding techniques and toys to enrich the feeding routine of our horses. We discuss:

What are horse toys and feeders – and why would we use them?
Enrichment for horses – what do we mean
The forage buffet
Feeding devices or variations in forage – how is it equine entertainment
The benefits of forage analysis
Straw the latest thoughts and research into it’s benefits and application as a forage
Slow feeders – what to be aware of
Frustration – should we be worried?

Plus, Briony will be LIVE on the Dr David Marlin platform on Thursday, 7th December, to discuss her research in more depth. Head over to the website register and find out more.

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Dr David Marlin - Vitamin E, could your horse be deficient? Oct 28, 2023

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Vitamin E is an essential nutrient for horses, much like it is for humans and other animals. Vitamin E cannot be made and must be obtained from the diet. It plays a vital role in various bodily functions, including immune system support, muscle function, and the elimination of free radicals that can damage cells and tissue. Horses that have access to fresh, green pasture typically get an adequate amount of Vitamin E from their diet. However, those that are kept in stables/stalls or fed on a diet consisting mainly of hay might require supplementation.

Dr David Marlin explains the extensive importance of Vitamin E, with a discussion around:

How much does a horse need?
What are the different types of Vitamin E?
What does it do for the horse?
The importance of selenium
Concerns around overdose of selenium and Vitamin E
What supplements are available?
How much should you supplement your horse (according to their circumstances)?

To see a full article on the subject, the supplement per horse table and learn more about the different supplements available head over to the website.

Learn More about Vitamin E

Article - Vitamin E for Horses and Ponies
Article - Feed Materials In Focus – Vitamin E Supplements for Horses Compared
Article - Can vitamin C help my horse breathe?
Article - Feed Materials In Focus – Vitamin E Supplements for Muscle Support Reviewed.

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Interview with Dr Heather Cameron-Whytock - Making eventing safer for our horses Oct 27, 2023

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Helen from the Dr David Marlin team interviews Dr Heather Cameron-Whytock - Senior Lecturer and Researcher in Veterinary Medicine at the University of Central Lancashire and researcher into THREE of eventings key horse safety studies.

With colleagues, Heather has conducted three significant studies into Horse falls at events. Heather’s 2023 study on horse falls in British Eventing competition was the largest scientific study ever published, and her previous research with FEI data has led to significant safety discussions about fence types and their order during a cross-country course and a closer subjective look at what constitutes a risk factor.

Equestrian eventing is a dangerous Olympic sport, with 16 rider and 69 horse fatalities at competition in the last 10 years. Despite this, there is limited research that aims to improve safety within the sport.

To find out more about Heather and the research she has been involved with, head over to the website and learn more.

Plus, Heather will be LIVE on the Dr David Marlin platform on Thursday, 2nd November, to discuss her research in more depth with a closer look at the numbers and what we can learn from the findings.

Register for the webinar here -LIVE Webinar – Dr Heather Cameron-Whytock on Horse Falls, 3 studies, what have we learned?

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Star Studded - Dr Gillian Tabor talks studs with Alex Jolly from SupaStuds Oct 15, 2023

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Dr Gillian Tabor and Alex Jolly from SupaStuds talk studs!

Answering the questions:

When to stud?
When not to stud?
How many stud holes are recommended?
How to manage the stud holes?
...and how to choose studs?

They also discussed problems with studding and how to avoid them.

All your studding questions answered.

You can also watch this as a video on the main part of the website here -

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Dr Gillian Tabor learns more about the Thoroughbred Census Oct 08, 2023

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In this podcast Dr Gillian Tabor talks about the Thoroughbred Census and speaks to Helena Flynn – Programme Director and Stephen Wensley – Project Lead for Welfare Data, both from the Horse Welfare Board.

This is an independently-chaired group and includes representatives from British Horseracing Authority, racecourses and horsemen. In 2020, they published a five-year strategy, ‘A live well lived’, with focuses on aspects such as safety and wellbeing, as well as traceability for horses bred for the sport.

The Horse Welfare Board launched the first-ever thoroughbred census in Great Britain in collaboration with research experts at Hartpury University in June 2023. All owners of former racehorses are being asked to submit a completed census between 28 June – 31 December 2023. The census will help build an improved thoroughbred data bank about former racehorses and the lives they go on to lead

To take part in the census: https://uwe.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8bNJFzR2FB95ZlQ

Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlYXtY0wY8U

To download the ‘A life well lived’ strategy we spoke about, go to https://www.britishhorseracing.com/regulation/horse-welfare-board/

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Dr Gillian Tabor reports from Day 2 and 3 of ICEL9 Sep 11, 2023

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In these podcasts, Dr Gillian Tabor reviews her highlights from the International Canine and Equine Locomotion Conference (ICEL9) held in Utrecht in August 2023.

All the recognisable names from biomechanics research were there, which makes for a very exciting meeting to be at. If you have ever written an essay or a dissertation that refers to equine movement, you will have referenced at least one of these experts - Hilary Clayton, Rene van Weeren, Filipe Serra Braganza, Lars Roepstorff, Thilo Pfau, Marie Rhodin or Russell Mackechnie-Guire – that were there this year.

On the first two days, there was the opportunity to listen to keynotes and presentations of the latest research, and on the third day, there were practical sessions based on both canine and equine locomotion.

Dr Gillian Tabor was able to present two abstracts, one on posture assessment and one on canine flyball.

There are many study presentations that she doesn't mention, so take a look at the published abstracts for more details. These can be found on the Dr David Marlin website.

This podcast reports on day 2 and 3 of ICEL9 - please listen to Dr Gillian Tabor's review from day 1 on the podcast before this one.

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Dr Gillian Tabor reports from Day 1 of International Canine and Equine Locomotion Conference (ICEL9) Sep 09, 2023

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In these podcasts, Dr Gillian Tabor reviews her highlights from the International Canine and Equine Locomotion Conference (ICEL9) held in Utrecht in August 2023.

Dr Gillian Tabor was able to present two abstracts, one on posture assessment and one on canine flyball.

There are many study presentations that she doesn't mention, so take a look at the published abstracts for more details. These can be found on the Dr David Marlin website.

This podcast is from the first day of ICEL9 - to listen to Dr Gillian Tabor's reviews from day 2 and 3 please listen to the next podcast.

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Dr Gillian Tabor investigates pneumatic compression therapy for horses Aug 12, 2023

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Dr Gillian Tabor reports on a study investigating the effects of a device to improve lymphatic flow in the legs on healthy horses, which has the potential for use in horses with injury or chronic progressive lymphoedema (CPL).

Koch, D.W., Schnabel, L.V., Reynolds, J. and Berry, C.R., 2023. Pneumatic compression therapy using the EQ Press accelerates lymphatic flow in healthy equine forelimbs as determined by lymphoscintigraphy. American Journal of Veterinary Research, 84(4).

Head to the DrDavidMarlin.com website for more information.

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