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Pain scoring in horses

Marie Rippingale explains why pain management is important for optimal recovery and good welfare in equine veterinary practice.    ...

Marie Rippingale

Sleep deprivation in horses

Equine vet Joanna de Klerk discusses this noticeable yet poorly understood aspect of horse health.  ...

Equine Editor
Equine viral arteritis confirmed in Devon

Equine viral arteritis confirmed in Devon

“A full investigation is continuing to determine the source and possible spread of the infection." (Stock photo) Mares and stallions ‘should...

Equine Editor
Calls to better protect donkey welfare

Calls to better protect donkey welfare

OIE says the global donkey population is now at risk, especially in Africa where they are a key target of...

Equine Editor
Horse racing body changes flu vaccination rules

Horse racing body changes flu vaccination rules

Earlier this year, a number of influenza outbreaks were confirmed in vaccinated racehorses across the country, prompting races to be...

Equine Editor
Hyalomma tick confirmed in untravelled UK horse

<em>Hyalomma</em> tick confirmed in untravelled UK horse

tick confirmed in untravelled UK horse Horses are important hosts of Hyalomma sp. adults. Finding highlights importance of tick surveillance...

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Study confirms value of Ridden-Horse-Ethogram

Study confirms value of Ridden-Horse-Ethogram

There was no significant difference between real-time scores and video-based scores for the experienced assessor. Tool could help vets communicate...

Equine Editor
Symposium calls for collaborative approach to strangles

Symposium calls for collaborative approach to strangles

“There is no reason why stamping out strangles in this country cannot become a reality with a commitment to good...

Equine Editor

Once bitten, twice shy?

One of my useful sources of seasonal veterinary information – especially regarding farm animal and equine matters – is the...

David Watson
First stem cell-based veterinary medicine approved

First stem cell-based veterinary medicine approved

“A quarter of the entire equine population develops osteoarthritis at some point in their life." Arti-Cell Forte for equine lameness...

Equine Editor