Increase of fat-free mass and low percentage of body fat in Brazilian sport horses training under tropical climate
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DOI: 10.1016/j.livsci.2017.02.026
Abstract: Abstract This study aimed to determine the subcutaneous fat layer thickness, percentage of body fat, fat mass, and fat-free mass of Brazilian sport horses at different levels of training for and competing in eventing and… read more here.
Keywords: sport horses; group; mass; brazilian sport ... See more keywords
An overview of international genetic evaluations of show jumping in sport horses
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DOI: 10.1093/tas/txac038
Abstract: Abstract The breeding of sport horses to compete in the Olympic disciplines of show jumping, eventing, and dressage is fast becoming a global industry with the increased use of reproductive technologies, including artificial insemination and… read more here.
Keywords: sport horses; evaluations show; sport horse; sport ... See more keywords
Effect of selection for eventing on the MSTN gene in Brazilian sport horses
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DOI: 10.1294/jes.29.21
Abstract: ABSTRACT Polymorphisms in MSTN have previously been associated with equine performance. Therefore, the aim of this study was to identify variants in MSTN intron 1 in 16 Brazilian Sport Horses selected for competition in eventing… read more here.
Keywords: effect selection; sport horses; brazilian sport; eventing mstn ... See more keywords
Detecting fatigue of sport horses with biomechanical gait features using inertial sensors
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0284554
Abstract: Detection of fatigue helps prevent injuries and optimize the performance of horses. Previous studies tried to determine fatigue using physiological parameters. However, measuring the physiological parameters, e.g., plasma lactate, is invasive and can be affected… read more here.
Keywords: inertial sensors; sport horses; fatigue; detecting fatigue ... See more keywords
Evaluation of the appearance of osteochondrosis lesions by two radiographic examinations in sport horses aged from 12 to 36 months
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0286213
Abstract: Osteochondrosis is a developmental orthopedic disease characterized by a defect of enchondral ossification. This pathological condition develops and evolves during growth and is influenced by various factors, in particular genetic and environmental. However, little research… read more here.
Keywords: sport horses; osteochondrosis; age; lesions two ... See more keywords
Mitochondrial Dysfunctions and Potential Molecular Markers in Sport Horses
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DOI: 10.3390/ijms23158655
Abstract: Mitochondria are an essential part of most eukaryotic cells. The crucial role of these organelles is the production of metabolic energy, which is converted into ATP in oxidative phosphorylation. They are also involved in and… read more here.
Keywords: potential molecular; sport horses; mitochondrial dysfunctions; molecular markers ... See more keywords
Investigation of the Frequency of Detection of Common Respiratory Pathogens in Nasal Secretions and Environment of Healthy Sport Horses Attending a Multi-Week Show Event during the Summer Months
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DOI: 10.3390/v15061225
Abstract: Little information is presently available regarding the frequency of the silent shedders of respiratory viruses in healthy sport horses and their impact on environmental contamination. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the… read more here.
Keywords: sport horses; frequency; common respiratory; horses attending ... See more keywords