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Moratorium on donkey skin trade endorsed by African Union
The Donkey Sanctuary says hundreds of thousands of donkeys have been slaughtered for their skin. The proposal has been welcomed...
BEVA recognises equine vets in post-congress awards
Dr Victoria South wins the HBLB Award for her work on fatal laminitis. Dr Julia Shrubb and Dr Victoria South...
Tributes paid to Prof R.H. Graham Suggett OBE
Prof Suggett with HRH The Princess Royal. NEF co-founder and celebrated educator has died. The National Equine Forum (NEF) has...
BEVA asks horse owners to return unused antibiotics
Antimicriobial Awareness Week is running from 18-24 November. The association has urged everyone to play their part to tackle resistance....
Testing guidance reissued after wormer resistance reports
“The best approach to prevent wormer resistance is to evaluate and implement improved pasture management” – Prof Jacqui Matthews. Treatment...
Fell pony photo wins competition
Greenholme Grey Bobby II starred in the winning photo. NEF announces winning image featuring “spectacular sunset”. The National Equine Forum...
Horse sanctuaries prepare for fireworks season
Last year, Redwings spent almost £1,500 to raise staffing levels during firework season. Redwings is raising staffing levels to help...
Research finds new immune-related genes in horses
The discovery contributes to our knowledge of how MHC genes affect horses’ immune systems. The discovery highlights diversity in immune...
World Horse Welfare webinars return with arthritis session
A series of expert-led horse welfare webinars will run every Wednesday from November- March. The webinars will run every Wednesday...
New Grand National rules limit race to 34 horses
The new rules will also see a development of pre-race veterinary protocols. The rules have been welcomed as a positive...