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I think that horses from hot/humid less hilly areas, can go and acclimate to altitude *better* than those from higher altitude, but dry, arid conditions can come ride in hot/humid terrain.

 

My personal thoughts and observation only.

No Truman, I have no stats to back that up.   :))

Jennifer Adam <jatatahoe1@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> I've been reading with interest the comments about how fast horses adjust to 
> heat and humidity. But don't forget that altitude changes are also a factor 
> in a horse's athletic performance. Granted, I'm an endurance newbie, but I 
> have a degree in agriculture (emphasis animal science and biology). We were 
> taught that changes in altitude can have a greater effect on horses than 
> simple temperature changes. What do you think?? Has anyone noticed
>  this, or 
> is this an example of a "fact" that doesn't apply in the real world??
> Curious,
> Jen
>
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