Just like any other animal, horses feel pain, which is why more needs to be done to minimise the use of whips.
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Does whipping hurt horses and why do jockeys do it? Research shows the industry’s view that whipping is important for safety and performance is misguided.
New research showing clear similarities between pain receptors in human and horses’ skin raises fresh questions about whether the widespread practice is ethical or even effective.
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Honorary Associate, Sydney School of Veterinary Science, University of Sydney
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Professor, School of Veterinary Science, University of Sydney
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Post-doctoral Fellow, School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences, Charles Sturt University
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Senior Lecturer, Sydney School of Veterinary Science, University of Sydney