Gastric (stomach) supplements are one of the most commonly fed supplements for horses. Given the high prevalence of gastric ulcers…
Author: David Marlin
David Marlin
Dr David Marlin is a physiologist and biochemist who has worked in academia, research and professional sport. He has worked in the equestrian and veterinary world and in human sport, healthcare, medicine and exercise science. In 1989 David obtained his PhD from the UK’s leading sports university, Loughborough University following a four-year study on the responses of Thoroughbred racehorses to exercise and training, undertaken at the renowned Animal Health Trust in Newmarket. You can read David's full biography in the Our Website section.
For thousands of years, humans have selectively bred dogs to perform specialised tasks, ranging from herding livestock and hunting to…
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Equine Science is the study of horses, including their biology, physiology, behaviour, nutrition, reproduction, genetics, and overall management. It is…
Saddle Fitting Industry Insights: Dr David Marlin, Jochen Schleese, Bradley Whale PSFA 2022, Summit 4. (This session was recorded in…
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In this podcast, Dr David Marlin discusses the complexities of saddle pads, including their functions, testing methods, and how to…
With so many different saddle pads on the market to choose from, ranging from £20 to over £200, and with…
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The news that dog food made from meat grown in a factory went on sale in the UK last week…