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Kentucky Equine Research
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Ultrasound Reliably Assesses Cartilage Thickness in Horses
Cartilage thickness measurements obtained by ultrasonography were compared to measurements using other techniques.
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Adding Tapentadol to the Treatment Mix for Osteoarthritis in Horses
The opioid drug tapentadol proved an effective medication for improving osteoarthritis-related pain in a research study.
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Stress Eating: Anticipatory Behavior of Horses at Feeding Time
Domestic horses often show anticipatory and stress-related behaviors around feeding time, particularly in meal-fed horses.
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Vitamin E Levels Stable in Hospitalized Horses, Though Deficiency Still a Concern
A surprisingly high rate of vitamin E deficiency in horses at the time of hospital admission was observed by researchers.
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Scoring Endometrial Biopsies to Predict Mare Fertility
Hoping to improve the evaluation of uterine biopsies, Spanish researchers devised an alternate scoring system using a numeric grading scale.
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Learned Helplessness in Horses: Effects on Appetite and Nutrition
Learned helplessness has significant implications on overall health, particularly appetite and nutritional needs.
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