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British Horse Council issues manifesto for general election

British Horse Council issues manifesto for general election

The manifesto summarises key priorities in the sector which would benefit from government support. Parliamentary candidates urged to recognise scope...

Equine Editor
New BEVA antimicrobial resistance guidance

New BEVA antimicrobial resistance guidance

BEVA has added further practical elements to its PROTECT ME Toolkit. Association will offer practical advice during European Antibiotic Awareness...

Equine Editor
Introduction of welfare case toolkit

Introduction of welfare case toolkit

Caroline Allen BEVA launches one-stop shop to help navigate equine welfare cases A practical ‘welfare case toolkit’ has been developed...

Equine Editor
West Nile Virus confirmed in Kentucky horse

West Nile Virus confirmed in Kentucky horse

US vets have confirmed the presence of West Nile Virus in a horse from Kentucky. Discovery is the US state’s...

Industry Editor
Record attendance at BEVA congress

Record attendance at BEVA congress

Delegates enjoy the opportunity to partake in some ‘hands-on’ practical work Highest number of delegates in past seven years With...

Equine Editor
Progress following strangles initiative

Progress following strangles initiative

Redwings Sanctuary celebrates one year on Redwings Sanctuary celebrates one year on One year on, an initiative to inspire more...

Equine Editor
Charity calls for a ban on donkey skin trade in Kenya

Charity calls for a ban on donkey skin trade in Kenya

Kenya is home to one of the largest donkey populations in East Africa. Report investigates impact of the trade on...

Equine Editor
Vets speak out on laminitis control

Vets speak out on laminitis control

A group of veterinary experts have spoken out about laminitis in horses. BEVA Congress session highlights importance of weight management...

Equine Editor
Frequency of WFFS mutation in Thoroughbreds investigated

Frequency of WFFS mutation in Thoroughbreds investigated

Mutation is only present at a very low frequency Mutation is not genetic risk factor and only present at very...

Equine Editor

Equine polysaccharide storage myopathy (PSSM)

PSSM is progressive and early detection and institution of therapy are vital. Diagnosis relies primarily on recognition of characteristic clinical...

Sara Fleck