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Topic:Equine Health
Equine health encompasses the study and management of diseases, disorders, and overall well-being of horses. It involves understanding various physiological systems, preventive care, and treatment strategies to maintain optimal health in equine populations. Common areas of focus include nutrition, infectious diseases, orthopedic conditions, and reproductive health. Research in equine health aims to advance knowledge on diagnostic methods, therapeutic interventions, and management practices that improve horse welfare and performance. This page collects peer-reviewed research studies and scholarly articles that explore the diverse aspects of equine health, offering insights into current findings and advancements in the field.
The relation of clinical and bacteriological findings to fertility in thoroughbred mares. Day (1939) recorded 95% fertility in wild
ponies, but in heavy horses it was only 52%
and in thoroughbreds 68%. Variation of fertility was stated by Anderson (1922) was not due
to disease or physiological malfunction, but to
highly artificial methods of mating. In New
Zealand, Bain (1948) recorded the fertility of
mares in 1944 as 61%. MahaiIey (1950) made
a survey in Western Australia and found fertility
rates which varied from 17% to 50% before
veterinary assistance was obtained.
An article in the British Racehorse (Anon
1949) revealed no evidence of any progress in
the control o...
