Physiological and hematochemical changes associated with exercise have been
extensively investigated in equine species. It is known that stress elevates circulating levels …

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Simple Summary Sport horses competing in exhausting sporting events require special
attention to ensure their welfare. Changes in acute phase response induced by both aerobic …

This study aimed to investigate the use of maximum eye surface temperature (EST max),
recorded by infrared thermography, as an indicator of physical fitness in ranch horses. Data …

High-intensity exercise can be associated with the occurrence of muscle injury, as well as
the induction of an acute-phase response (APR). The present study aims to investigate the …

A deep knowledge on metabolic response of athlete horse to exercise is of paramount
importance for the development of optimal training programs to attain equilibrium between …

Strenuous exercise in traditional polo matches creates enormous stress on horses.
Hematological and physiological measures may vary across different field-play positions …

Studies on biochemical constituents and hydration of horses in training or competitions are
essential for the knowledge of their adaptive physiological and metabolic responses to the …

When compared with other equestrian sports, Polo players engage in a high number of
player–pony interactions. To ensure optimal performance of the player–pony dyad, an …

The aim of this study was to evaluate the serum amyloid A (SAA) and biomarkers of muscle
activity of horses submitted to show jumping activity. To do this, the variables SAA, glucose …