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Over 20% of Australian horses race with their tongues tied to their lower jaw
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Are nosebands too readily used as a schooling shortcut?
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| | A horse demonstrating an unusual oral behaviour when ridden, such as opening his mouth or putting his tongue over the bit, has a problem with what is being asked of him or is trying to avoid pain.
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Licking and chewing behaviour in horses
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| | Horses sometimes lick and chew during training and this has often been interpreted as a sign that the horse is learning or showing 'submission' to the trainer. However, a new study suggests that this non-nutritive licking and chewing behaviour is a natural behaviour that is shown after a stressful situation.
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RSPCA demands action to end widespread tongue tie use in horse racing | RSPCA Australia
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| | [AI summary] The RSPCA Australia advocates against the use of tongue ties in horse racing, highlighting their negative impact on animal welfare and calling for regulatory changes.
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Winter Horse Care Tips | Horse Journals
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| Adjustments to your horse care routines will likely be necessary during the winter months, and should be tailored to your climate and the needs of each individual horse. Here are some tips to help keep your horse in health this winter.