Racehorse’s three main physiological systems: roles and functions

Mar 23, 2023 | Physiology

Home ( Page ) To ensure its proper functioning, the horse’s body has three key systems: the respiratory, cardiovascular and muscular systems. It is these systems, combined with his extraordinary physique, that enable him to perform at an exceptional level and...

What is the influence of training on a racehorse’s cardiovascular system?

Dec 5, 2022 | Physiology

Home 9 Category: Physiology The horse’s cardiovascular system consists of the core and blood vessels. It ensures successful blood circulation and the delivery of a significant oxygen volume, particularly to the muscles. The horse’s heart is a powerful...

Thermoregulation in horses: how do they regulate their body heat?

Nov 25, 2022 | Health & Science, Physiology

Home 9 Category: Physiology The set of mechanisms that allows horses to maintain a desired temperature is known as thermoregulation. Thanks to this phenomenon, the horse can maintain a body temperature of around 37.7 °C, with a variation of more or less 2 °C. The...

How to prevent myositis in horses thanks to data?

Sep 7, 2022 | Physiology

Home 9 Category: Physiology Myositis in horses (also called tying-up, Monday disease or exertional rhabdomyolysis) is used to describe the destruction of muscle fibers following an effort that was not adapted to the horse’s physical condition. It is a...

Exertional rhabdomyolysis in horses

Sep 7, 2022 | Health & Science, Physiology

Home 9 Category: Physiology Exertional rhabdomyolysis in horses, also known as tying-up, Monday disease or myositis, is defined as a painful muscle disease induced by exercise. It is a muscular inflammation that happens after physical exertion. Unlike muscle...

Muscular physiology in the athletic horse

Apr 29, 2022 | Physiology

Home 9 Category: Physiology Muscular physiology in the horse athlete is an important factor to study when interested in his training. Indeed, the muscles participate in various functions essential to the horse’s life (breathing, digestion…) and to its...