How using bits affects equine welfare The use of bits in equine sports has been a long-standing topic of discussion within the equestrian community. In Finland, issues related to bits have been raised in disciplines such as harness racing (Tuomola, Mäki‐Kihniä, et al., 2021a) and eventing/cross country (Tuomola, Mäki-Kihniä, et al., 2021b). Internationally, this topic …
How bedding thickness affects the sleeping and resting behavior of horses – Master’s Thesis summary The importance of the well-being of horses has been emphasized in recent years, and various parameters are being developed to measure it. While the impact of sleep on the well-being and health of humans is well-known, there is still relatively …