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The pre-purchase examination
Buying a horse is a large financial and emotional investment for owners, many people will ask a veterinary surgeon to...

New guidelines on the safe use of analgesia in horses
Animal welfare can be significantly affected by pain. Recommendations aimed at equine primary care in an ambulatory setting Clinical guidelines...

Injectable omeprazole ‘can be used within rules’, BHA confirms
"Long-acting injectable omeprazole has become an important treatment option for horses with gastric disease" – Dr Mike Hewetson. Vets had...

Traffic light scheme to tackle equine obesity
The sticker scheme is designed to remind horse owners when their next vaccination is due and provide information about their...

Guides to help horse owners ‘cut costs not care’
"We want to be able to help every horse. But with limited funds and resources availiable we have to prioritise...

AHT launches novel strangles resource
The new resource contains up-to-date information on strangles across the UK. Website provides the latest updates on this common disease...

Government monitoring glanders outbreaks in Turkey
Keepers of all Equidae are being reminded to maintain high standards of biosecurity and report any susect clinical signs promptly....

Equine colic symposium details released
The 13th International Equine Colic Research Symposium is to be held in Edinburgh. Leading equine and gastroenterology experts to share...

First vet elected to House of Commons since 1880
Dr Hudson has worked in large and small animal practice, both in the UK and Australia. New MP hopes to...

National Equine Forum details announced
The National Equine Forum will take place in London on the 5 March 2020. Conference to explore importance of human...