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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. ...

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

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...

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...

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...

<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...

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...

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...

Once bitten, twice shy?
One of my useful sources of seasonal veterinary information – especially regarding farm animal and equine matters – is the...

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...