Age and Hydration of Competing Horses Influence the Outcome of Elite 160 km Endurance Rides

High elimination rates and the concern for horse welfare are important issues in endurance riding. An improved understanding of the causes of elimination could increase completion rates in this sport. We have identified pre-ride risk factors that allow an assessment of potential elimination before t...

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Main Authors: Lena Bollinger, Alexander Bartel, Alina Küper, Corinna Weber, Heidrun Gehlen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-05-01
Series:Frontiers in Veterinary Science
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2021.668650/full