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SRUC invests in new Aberdeen equine centre
The new equine centre will create new opportunities for students to learn practical skills. New centre to be completed by...
Traditional frequent worming of horses ‘unnecessary’ – study
"No adverse health affects were seen that could be ascribed to scaling down de-wroming intensity" – Dr Martin Nielsen. Researchers...
One Health, systems thinking, actor-network theory and the delivery of emergent futures for working equine welfare
The hills of San Francisco have witnessed both the coming and going of working equines. Glen Cousquer, lecturer and coordinator...
Blue Cross survey reveals concerns about impact of fireworks on horses
35 per cent of horse owners surveyed reported accidents as a direct result of fireworks. Charity asks public not to...
Study reveals insights into equine obesity
"Most owners and keepers know that individual horses and ponies experience different positives and negatives when living in groups." Researchers...
Owners urged to think before rugging their horse
"There are many reason why we may not need to rug our horses, the most obvious one being weight gain"...
Horse owners asked to take part in Blue Cross fireworks survey
Blue Cross is concerned about a rise in private firework displays as a result of COVID-19 restrictions. Charity seeks to...
BEVA backs World Antimicrobial Awareness Week
BEVA has updated its award-winning Protect ME toolkit. Daily quiz and live debate to encourage best practice in antibiotic use....
Horses feel as much pain as humans when whipped, studies suggest
The research provides the first conclusive evidence that horses feel as much pain as humans do when whipped. Findings support...
Blue Cross offers help for vulnerable horses during pandemic winter
Any horse can be considered for Home Direct, provided they pass a health check and are not on any long-term...