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Most people struggle to spot pain in horses - study
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Most people struggle to spot pain in horses - study

New research from ARU Writtle, part of Anglia Ruskin University, has found that most people struggle to recognise when a horse is in pain – a finding that could have serious implications for animal welfare.

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Unique genetic mutation underlies horses’ exceptional athleticism
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Unique genetic mutation underlies horses’ exceptional athleticism

Horses have long been celebrated as elite athletes of the animal kingdom, capable of extraordinary feats of speed and stamina. Now, scientists have uncovered a key genetic adaptation that helps explain their remarkable endurance—a mutation that supercharges their energy production while shielding their cells from damage.

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