If you have never heard of myofibrillar myopathy (MFM) as a horse owner, you are not alone. A recently identified muscle disorder, it’s somewhat of an enigma with no known exact cause and no confirmed specific genetic defect – however its symptoms might sound familiar.

Equestrian Life20 Nov 2024

For much of his 27-year career in the field of veterinary medicine, Dr Ben Sykes has focussed on the common issue of Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome. Now a world-leading expert on the topic, he is actively changing the way we think, talk about, treat, prevent, and manage EGUS in our horses in Australia and internationally. 

Equestrian Life19 Nov 2024

An FEI Measuring Device for the control of noseband tightness has undergone its testing phase and will be rolled out from 2025.

Equestrian Life8 Nov 2024

International Thoroughbred Retirement helps horses transition from international racing careers to new homes across Australia and New Zealand. Patience and good nutrition are both key to success, explains founder Amy Taylor.

Equestrian Life24 Oct 2024

Owning a mare often involves a rollercoaster of emotions – for both the mare and the owner! A mare’s mood swings are typically accompanied by irritability, muscular tension, erratic behaviour patterns and a generally uncooperative attitude.

Equestrian Life26 Sep 2024

Spring is just around the corner here in Australia, and with the change in seasons comes unpredictable weather that makes rugging horses that little bit trickier...

Equestrian Life22 Aug 2024

Olympic Equestrian Dressage competitions got underway on Tuesday amid soaring temperatures in Versailles, resulting in heat and humidity protocols being put in place by the FEI....

Equestrian Life31 Jul 2024