Animal feed additives are used worldwide for many different reasons. Some help to cover
the needs of essential nutrients and others to increase growth performance, feed intake and …

Optimal function of skeletal muscle is essential for successful athletic performance. Even
minor derangements in locomotor muscle function will impact power output, coordination …

This is a German translation of the 4th edition of this classic textbook, the first English edition
of which appeared in 1962. The 4th edition was published in 1989, and has been translated …

This study was undertaken as part of a larger investigation into carnosine metabolism and
function in the Thoroughbred horse. More specifically, we wished to evaluate plasma …

This study tested the development of oxidative stress and the effects of antioxidant
supplementation in an 80-km ride. A precompetition survey revealed that no competitor …

Metabolic responses to exercise differ between Andalusian horses and other breeds,
although changes in plasma muscle enzymes have not been reported and most useful …

Examination of the equine muscle system is an important skill for equine clinicians,
particularly those who work with performance horses. Muscle disorders are a common …

To determine the effect of dietary starch, bicarbonate, and fat content on metabolic
responses and serum creatine kinase (CK) activity in exercising Thoroughbreds with …

A serum biochemical profile is a group of chemical assays that are used to analyze
biochemical constituents of serum. Interpretation of the results requires an understanding of …

In the first study, 5 mature, unconditioned, Thoroughbred geldings performed an initial
submaximal exercise test (UC) prior to any conditioning and a final test (C) following 8 …