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Topic:Equids
Equids are members of the family Equidae, which includes modern horses, donkeys, and zebras, as well as extinct species. Equids are characterized by their long limbs, single-toed hooves, and herbivorous diet, which is primarily composed of grasses. Horses, specifically, have been domesticated for thousands of years and have played significant roles in agriculture, transportation, and sport. This page compiles peer-reviewed research studies and scholarly articles that explore various aspects of equids and horses, including their evolution, physiology, behavior, and interactions with humans. The collected works provide insights into the genetic diversity, adaptive traits, and conservation efforts related to equid species.
Influence of stud farm, birth month and birth year on body weight of thoroughbred foals raised on pasture in Argentina: A 10-year longitudinal study. Background: Growth is a critical stage influencing the future athletic performance and economic value of Thoroughbreds. In pastoral systems, extrinsic factors may exert a particularly strong influence on development.Objectives: To analyze the influence of stud farm, birth month, and birth year on body weight of Thoroughbred foals raised in pastoral systems.Methods: A 10-year longitudinal study (2009-2018) included 2408 Thoroughbred foals (51% females, 49% males) from seven stud farms of Pampas region. Body weight was recorded from 5 to 19 months of age. The Brody model was used to estimate ind...
A retrospective study of the prevalence in equine postmortems of cranial mesenteric arteritis caused by Strongylus vulgaris in Alberta (2010 to 2022). is one of the most pathogenic nematodes affecting equids. Larval migration through the cranial mesenteric artery (CMA) with attendant arteritis and thromboembolism can result in fatal non-strangulating intestinal infarction. Once considered a historical disease, recent studies have described the reemergence of this pathogen in several European countries; however, little is known of the current prevalence of in the Canadian horse population. Unassigned: To determine the prevalence of active cranial mesenteric arteritis in horses submitted for postmortem examination to the Diagnostic Services...
