Investigating the interplay of stressors and health in horses through fecal cortisol metabolite analysis

IntroductionHorses are highly sensitive to stress, which can affect their wellbeing and lead to various health issues. Effective and objective stress assessment is therefore crucial for improving their care and management. The production of the glucocorticoid cortisol is increased in response to str...

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Main Authors: Aurelia C. Nowak, Sabine Macho-Maschler, Nora M. Biermann, Rupert Palme, Franziska Dengler
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2025-04-01
Series:Frontiers in Veterinary Science
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2025.1545577/full
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