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  1. 1 day ago

    New Study Reveals What a Tight Noseband Really Does to Your Horse!

    Can a tight noseband shorten your horse’s stride and negatively affect performance? A 2025 study published in the Journal of Equine Veterinary Science found that increasing noseband tightness dramatically raised pressure on the horse’s face while reducing stride length. When researchers tightened the noseband from the recommended two-finger setting to a zero-finger fit, peak facial pressure increased by 338 percent. At the same time, the horses’ strides became an average of 11.1 percent shorter—approximately the length of a hoof disappearing from every stride. In this video, we discuss: How noseband tightness was measured using a standardized taper gauge The difference between two-finger, one-finger, and zero-finger settings How tighter nosebands affected facial pressure and stride length Why a closed mouth does not always represent acceptance of the bit How noseband pressure may affect horse welfare and performance Why standardized noseband gauges may be more reliable than the traditional finger test What riders should consider when fitting a cavesson or crank noseband A noseband is not automatically harmful, but excessive tightening may restrict normal jaw movement, conceal signs of discomfort, and change the horse’s way of going. Mouth-opening can be communication, so riders should consider dental health, bit fit, bridle fit, training, and rein pressure before simply tightening the noseband. Should equestrian competitions require standardized noseband measurements? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. This video is intended for education and discussion. We are not veterinarians. Consult your veterinarian or another qualified equine professional if you have concerns about your horse’s mouth, teeth, tack, behavior, or performance. Sources: The Plaid Horse: New Research Shows Cranking Your Noseband Hurts Your Horse’s Gait Journal of Equine Veterinary Science: Tight Nosebands Apply High Pressures on Horses’ Faces and Alter Stride Kinematics #HorseWelfare #Noseband #HorseTraining #Equestrian #Dressage This video is for educational purposes and constitutes Fair Use under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act of 1976. Allowance is made for “Fair Use” for purposes of education, research, criticism, comment, and news reporting. This video is fully transformative and created in accordance with YouTube’s Content Reuse Policy under the Content Reuse Act. It includes original narration, commentary, educational context, visual edits, and added value through storytelling and analysis. No content is simply re-uploaded. #horse #horses #horsecare #horsenews #equestrian

  2. 2 days ago

    Double Bridles BANNED at Third Level? New USEF Dressage Rule Explained

    A major USEF dressage rule change is coming to Third Level. Beginning December 1, 2026, double bridles will no longer be permitted in Third Level competition. Riders will be required to compete in an approved snaffle bridle, while double bridles will remain optional at Fourth Level and above. Why is USEF making Third Level snaffle-only, and what does this change mean for dressage riders, training, and horse welfare? In this video, we examine the purpose behind the new USEF dressage rule and the distinction it creates between Third and Fourth Level. We also discuss whether horses should be able to demonstrate collection, balance, flying changes, lateral movements, and genuine self-carriage without the added leverage of a curb bit. A double bridle can provide refined communication when it is properly fitted and used by an experienced rider. However, it can also create additional pressure and give riders more influence over the horse’s head and neck. This raises an important welfare question: Can a double bridle create the appearance of collection before a horse has developed the strength and balance required for true collection? The rule does not mean every double bridle is cruel or every snaffle is gentle. The effect of any bit depends on its design, fit, the horse’s anatomy, and the rider’s hands. Ultimately, this discussion is about whether competition rules can encourage more progressive training, greater harmony, and better protection for developing dressage horses. Do you support USEF’s decision to make Third Level snaffle-only? Share your thoughts in the comments. Chapters 00:00 The new USEF double-bridle rule 01:10 Why Third Level is becoming snaffle-only 02:00 What horses must demonstrate at Third Level 03:00 How a double bridle works 04:00 The horse-welfare concerns 04:40 True collection versus a manufactured outline Subscribe to Scholarly Equestrian for more discussions about dressage rules, horse welfare, equine research, and the issues affecting today’s horse community. #Dressage #HorseWelfare #USEF #DoubleBridle #Equestrian This video is for educational purposes and constitutes Fair Use under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act of 1976. Allowance is made for “Fair Use” for purposes of education, research, criticism, comment, and news reporting. This video is fully transformative and created in accordance with YouTube’s Content Reuse Policy under the Content Reuse Act. It includes original narration, commentary, educational context, visual edits, and added value through storytelling and analysis. No content is simply re-uploaded. #horse #horses #horsecare #horsenews #equestrian

  3. 4 days ago

    Starving Barrel Horse Allowed to Race—Now the Owner Is Speaking Out

    New photos of a barrel horse named Moose have sparked outrage due to his emaciated condition while reportedly competing in a rodeo. This video examines the distressing images showing the horse with visible ribs, spine, and hips. We look at the facts surrounding the animal welfare concerns raised by the equestrian community after Moose was seen being saddled and ridden in this state. This report provides a clear timeline of the incident and outlines the primary criticisms currently circulating among horse owners and trainers. Understanding the standards for barrel horse care is vital for anyone involved in the sport. We break down why the public response to this rodeo controversy has been so intense and what specific signs of neglect are being highlighted by experts. By reviewing these events, viewers can better identify the boundaries of acceptable practice and the ongoing debates within the equestrian community regarding competitive animal welfare. Subscribe for weekly animal welfare updates and comment your thoughts on the standards that should be enforced at rodeos. This video is for educational purposes and constitutes Fair Use under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act of 1976. Allowance is made for “Fair Use” for purposes of education, research, criticism, comment, and news reporting. This video is fully transformative and created in accordance with YouTube’s Content Reuse Policy under the Content Reuse Act. It includes original narration, commentary, educational context, visual edits, and added value through storytelling and analysis. No content is simply re-uploaded. #horse #horses #horsecare #horsenews #equestrian

  4. 5 days ago

    The UC Davis Audit Is Out—and Equestrian Supporters Are Furious

    UC Davis cut its championship-winning women’s equestrian team—but now the university’s own audit has revealed serious problems with the financial process surrounding that decision. Did the UC Davis audit clear the university? The short answer is that the audit found no evidence that officials intentionally manipulated the internal budget. However, it also found inadequate NCAA financial-reporting procedures, insufficient documentation and validation, problems with fundraising oversight, and an outside consultant that relied on financial data not designed for campus-specific budget decisions. UC Davis Athletics transitioned its Division I equestrian program to club status on July 1, 2026. The decision affected approximately 35 female student-athletes, despite the team winning three conference championships and completing an undefeated final conference season. In this video, we examine: What the UC Davis audit actually found Why NCAA records listed approximately $1.9 million in equestrian expenses How $690,000 in donated horses and other in-kind support affected the reporting Why UC Davis’ internal budget estimated approximately $1.1 million instead Problems identified in the NCAA financial-reporting process Why Collegiate Consulting used data inappropriate for campus budgeting Unanswered questions involving fundraising and Title IX Why supporters are still fighting to reinstate UC Davis equestrian The audit did not find evidence of deliberate financial manipulation, but it warned that inadequate documentation, validation, and supervisory oversight increased the risk of incomplete or inaccurate NCAA reporting. UC Davis Athletics has now been directed to strengthen these procedures. Do these findings clear UC Davis, or do they make the decision to cut its equestrian team even more questionable? Share your opinion respectfully in the comments. Chapters 00:00 UC Davis’ own audit is released 01:05 Why UC Davis cut the equestrian team 03:30 Problems with UC Davis’ NCAA financial reporting 06:05 Why the outside consultant’s analysis raises questions 05:23 Fundraising concerns remain unresolved Sources: UC Davis Equestrian Program Audit The Sacramento Bee UC Davis statement on the audit Subscribe to Scholarly Equestrian for continuing coverage of the UC Davis equestrian controversy, collegiate horse sports, equine welfare, and important news affecting horses and riders. #UCDavis #CollegeEquestrian #NCAAEquestrian #EquestrianNews #WomensSports This video is for educational purposes and constitutes Fair Use under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act of 1976. Allowance is made for “Fair Use” for purposes of education, research, criticism, comment, and news reporting. This video is fully transformative and created in accordance with YouTube’s Content Reuse Policy under the Content Reuse Act. It includes original narration, commentary, educational context, visual edits, and added value through storytelling and analysis. No content is simply re-uploaded. #horse #horses #horsecare #horsenews #equestrian

  5. 6 days ago

    Can Antibiotic Eye Ointment Change Your Horse’s Eye? New Study

    Can antibiotic eye ointment change the natural bacteria living on your horse’s eye? New research suggests that topical antibiotics—with or without corticosteroids—can temporarily alter the equine ocular microbiota. These changes may remain after treatment ends, with the eye’s microbial community taking approximately three weeks to return close to its original composition. In this video, we explain what the equine ocular microbiota is, how researchers studied the effects of antibiotic eye ointments in healthy horses, and what the findings mean for horse owners. We also discuss why the untreated eyes changed during the study, the research limitations, and why these results do not mean that prescribed eye medications are unsafe. Horse eye problems can become serious very quickly. Squinting, excessive tearing, swelling, redness, discharge, cloudiness, or sensitivity to light can be signs of an ulcer, injury, infection, inflammation, or foreign material. Because several eye conditions can look similar, owners should never use leftover antibiotic or steroid-containing eye medication without first contacting a veterinarian. Corticosteroid eye medication can be appropriate for certain diagnosed conditions, but it may delay corneal healing or worsen some ulcers and infections. Always have your horse’s eye examined and follow your veterinarian’s treatment instructions. This video is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for veterinary diagnosis or treatment. Chapters 00:00 Can antibiotics change a horse’s eye bacteria? 00:29 What is the equine ocular microbiota? 03:00 How researchers studied horse eye medication 05:00 What happened to the ocular bacteria? 06:20 Why did the untreated eyes change? 08:00 What the study cannot tell us Have you ever treated a horse for an eye injury, ulcer, infection, or equine recurrent uveitis? Share your experience in the comments. Please like, subscribe, and follow Scholarly Equestrian for more horse-health research and practical equine education. #HorseHealth #HorseCare #EquineHealth #HorseEye #EquineResearch This video is for educational purposes and constitutes Fair Use under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act of 1976. Allowance is made for “Fair Use” for purposes of education, research, criticism, comment, and news reporting. This video is fully transformative and created in accordance with YouTube’s Content Reuse Policy under the Content Reuse Act. It includes original narration, commentary, educational context, visual edits, and added value through storytelling and analysis. No content is simply re-uploaded. #horse #horses #horsecare #horsenews #equestrian

  6. 22 Jul

    Christopher Hanson Arrested | Million Dollar Horse Trainer Faces Serious Charges

    Christopher Hanson arrest details from Cooke County, Texas. Learn the specifics behind the money laundering and theft allegations. This report covers the legal situation involving Christopher Hanson, a horse trainer based in Gainesville, Texas. Local authorities have taken him into custody following an investigation into financial crimes in the region. The footage provides a breakdown of the charges filed against him, which include money laundering involving amounts between $150,000 and $300,000, alongside counts of theft of property. Viewers seeking updates on this Cooke County news story will find a concise summary of the official allegations. We examine the nature of the money laundering charges and the theft of property claims currently moving through the local court system. This overview focuses strictly on the facts presented in the initial news coverage regarding the Gainesville horse trainer. Subscribe for weekly Texas crime report updates, and comment below if you want more coverage on local legal proceedings. This video is for educational purposes and constitutes Fair Use under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act of 1976. Allowance is made for “Fair Use” for purposes of education, research, criticism, comment, and news reporting. This video is fully transformative and created in accordance with YouTube’s Content Reuse Policy under the Content Reuse Act. It includes original narration, commentary, educational context, visual edits, and added value through storytelling and analysis. No content is simply re-uploaded. #horse #horses #horsecare #horsenews #equestrian

  7. 21 Jul

    Should You Feed Your Horse Hay Before Riding? New Gastric Ulcer Research

    Should you feed your horse hay before riding? Offering appropriate forage before exercise may help support your horse’s natural gastric defenses, but new research is investigating how effectively hay and chaff reduce acid exposure while horses are working. In this video, we explain how exercise may cause acidic stomach fluid to move upward toward the sensitive squamous region of a horse’s stomach—a process commonly called acid splash. We also discuss why horses exercised after prolonged periods without forage may face an increased risk of equine squamous gastric disease. Researchers at the University of Queensland are conducting a two-year study funded by the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation. Using wireless pH capsules attached to the stomach lining, the researchers will compare gastric acidity when horses exercise after receiving hay, chopped forage known as chaff, or no feed. The study may help determine whether hay and chaff provide the same protection during exercise. However, the final results are not yet available, and feeding forage before riding cannot guarantee that a horse will remain ulcer-free. We also explain the difference between equine squamous gastric disease and equine glandular gastric disease, why saliva and forage may help buffer stomach acid, and why large grain meals should not be confused with appropriate forage before exercise. Always discuss your horse’s feeding program, performance changes, or possible gastric-ulcer symptoms with your veterinarian or qualified equine nutritionist. This video is provided for educational purposes and is not veterinary advice. Chapters: 00:00 Should horses eat hay before riding? 01:05 How forage may protect a horse’s stomach 03:20 Exercise, acid splash, and gastric ulcers in horses 06:12 New horse study compares hay and chaff 09:05 What horse owners should do now 11:45 Feeding horses before riding: the final answer #HorseNutrition #HorseHealth #EquineGastricUlcers #HorseCare #Equestrian This video is for educational purposes and constitutes Fair Use under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act of 1976. Allowance is made for “Fair Use” for purposes of education, research, criticism, comment, and news reporting. This video is fully transformative and created in accordance with YouTube’s Content Reuse Policy under the Content Reuse Act. It includes original narration, commentary, educational context, visual edits, and added value through storytelling and analysis. No content is simply re-uploaded. #horse #horses #horsecare #horsenews #equestrian

  8. 20 Jul

    FDA Authorizes Ivermectin for New World Screwworm—but There’s a Major Catch

    Can ivermectin prevent New World screwworm in horses? The FDA has issued an Emergency Use Authorization for Ivermectin Liquid for Horses, but the authorization is limited to specific circumstances. It is prescription-only, provides short-term protection for no more than approximately 24 hours, and is not authorized to treat an existing screwworm infestation. In this video, we explain what the FDA’s New World screwworm emergency authorization means for horse owners, when ivermectin may be used, why it should not be administered routinely “just in case,” and why veterinary supervision remains essential. The authorization covers short-term prevention when Ivermectin Liquid for Horses is administered within approximately 24 hours after a foal is born or during the initial care of a fresh wound that could attract screwworm flies. It does not replace proper wound care, fly control, daily inspections, or treatment from a veterinarian. You will also learn: What New World screwworm is Why screwworm larvae are particularly dangerous Which horses may qualify for this medication How long the protective window lasts Why this product cannot treat an active infestation Why other ivermectin products should not be substituted Which wound changes require immediate veterinary attention How horse owners can reduce screwworm risks The FDA issued this Emergency Use Authorization on July 15, 2026. According to the agency, the product is available only by prescription from a licensed veterinarian and is intended for short-term prevention—not treatment. Read the official FDA announcement. This video is provided for educational purposes only. We are not veterinarians, and this information should not replace professional veterinary advice. If you notice moving larvae, worsening tissue damage, unusual drainage, a foul odor, increasing pain, or another concerning change in your horse’s wound, contact your veterinarian immediately. Do you think this emergency authorization will help horse owners prepare for the threat of New World screwworm? Share your thoughts below, and subscribe to Scholarly Equestrian for continuing horse-health news and verified updates. Chapters: 00:00 Can ivermectin prevent screwworm in horses? 01:04 What is New World screwworm? 04:19 What did the FDA authorize? 06:03 Prevention versus treatment 07:00 What horse owners should do 09:18 The most important takeaways #NewWorldScrewworm #Ivermectin #HorseHealth #EquineHealth #HorseOwners This video is for educational purposes and constitutes Fair Use under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act of 1976. Allowance is made for “Fair Use” for purposes of education, research, criticism, comment, and news reporting. This video is fully transformative and created in accordance with YouTube’s Content Reuse Policy under the Content Reuse Act. It includes original narration, commentary, educational context, visual edits, and added value through storytelling and analysis. No content is simply re-uploaded. #horse #horses #horsecare #horsenews #equestrian

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