A cross-sectional epidemiological study of prevalence and severity of bit-induced oral trauma in polo ponies and race horses
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| Abstract |
Bit and bridle accessories improperly fitted in ridden horses can cause oral trauma such as bone spurs, commissure ulceration, and tongue lacerations. This study was used to identify, grade, and compare the types of oral traumas commonly found within polo ponies and race horses. Injuries were assessed visually and by palpation on the tongue, lips' commissures, and interdental space. A total of 50 polo ponies and 50 race horses were sampled in the South of England. A Poisson model was successfully fitted to the data ( p |
| Publication Title | Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science |
| Volume | 18 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pages | 259-268 |
| ISBN/ISSN | 1088-8705 |
| DOI | 10.1080/10888705.2015.1004407 |
| Language | English |
| Author Address | School of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.fernando.da-mata@newcastle.ac.uk |
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