Those who had less rapid eye movement sleep gave up more easily on a monitored learning task than others

Research has found that nosebands are not too tight but that horses’ signs of stress increase with competition level

Researchers believe a shift in attitudes may help in future, if recent weather conditions are to become the norm

Fine-tuning a horse’s diet to the specific demands of his work aids optimum results. Ed Busuttil MRCVS outlines the science behind sport horse nutrition

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Watching horse sport can vary from superficial to highly technical. Lucy Elder finds out how to make the most of each discipline as a spectator, and spot the nuances that enrich the viewing experience