Unlike most reports quoting only veterinarians, this analysis comes from Dr James Cooling—a medical doctor, qualified bit-fitter, and rider. He explains why blue tongues in elite horses are not cosmetic, but clear evidence of pressure, pain, and compromised welfare.
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In this final paper, the late Dr Robert Cook reviews decades of anatomical, physiological, and behavioural research showing how bits cause pain, breathing restriction, and performance loss in horses. He argues that allowing bit-free options across all disciplines would improve welfare, enhance safety, and restore public trust in equestrian sport.
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Not all opinions are equal, and not all research holds water. A simple saying helps illustrate why...
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Bit Blindness The term “bit blindness”, coined in 2020, emphasises that after its inception four...
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A critique of the Horses and the Science of Harmony film by Emeritus Professor Robert Cook, FRCVS,...
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Forage is the preferred and ideal diet for most classes of horses, but can it meet the needs of...
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Dr. Emmeline Hill is an Irish equine geneticist and horsewoman who has dedicated her career to...
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A new DNA study has identified a set of genes linked to successful galloping performance in horses...
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From winning it in 1964 to being in the pedigree of all 20 runners in the Kentucky Derby fifty...
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By Dr Adelene Wong, Dr Ashleigh Morrice-West, Dr Peta Hitchens and Professor Chris WhittonThis...
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When it comes to research studies, most people are impressed by big numbers. But how do you define...
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In many ways, an endurance race is a test of how much physical challenge an athlete can endure....
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