Arkell Equine Projects

Combined effects of diet and physiological stressors (transport and exercise) on gastrointestinal permeability (i.e., "Leaky Gut Syndrome") in horses


Lead Applicant: Wendy Pearson

Research Priority: Animal Health & Welfare

Program Type: Tier 2

Funding Cycle: 2020/2021

Research Centre: Arkell Equine Research Facility

Research Summary: Examining the effects of transport and exercise on leaky gut syndrome in horses and exploring the effects of a dietary supplement on their gastrointestinal function.

 

How does asthma (heaves) develop and progress in horses?


Lead Applicant: Dorothee Bienzle

Research Priority: Animal Health & Welfare

Program Type: Tier 2

Funding Cycle: 2020/2021

Research Centre: Arkell Equine Research Facility

Research Summary: Continuing to explore how asthma develops and progresses in horses.