29/06/2025
FOR those still confused on the subject of scraping off a wet horse in hot weather: pros & cons, here is an article from Dr. David Marlin who headed up the research for the 1996 Olympic. His work has been verified and recommended by many equestrian bodies including the FEI and equine veterinarians, busting the myth that water acts as a insulator inhibiting the cooling process if left to evaporate. A good read that explains what is actually happening.
When temperatures rise, so does the risk of heat stress, and cooling horses effectively becomes a vital part of welfare and performance. But are we always getting it right? Dr David Marlin draws on decades of scientific research and frontline experience to separate fact from fiction when it comes to...