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Rescue pony helps unwell and disabled children
“It has been lovely to see the difference he has made to so many children’s lives." Dillon has a ‘magic...

Bornavirus discovered in Upper Austria
Bornaviruses cause a lethal disease in horses, the Borna disease. Over 50 per cent of local white-toothed shrews tested positive...

Jumping athlete found guilty of horse abuse
FEI’s Secretary General, Sabrina Ibáñez said that given the severity of the incident she “truly would have expected a much...

US technician builds equine CT table
Mr Peters worked with a carbon fibre manufacturer that specialises in automotive parts. Innovative design makes scanning equines less complicated ...

Volunteers praised for equine welfare work
Swansea Castration and Healthcare Clinic Volunteers. BEVA thanks vets and vet nurses during Volunteers Week The tireless efforts of equine...

BHA reports outbreak of equine herpesvirus
Equine herpes virus is a common infection that affects horse populations across the world. Training yard quarantined until further notice...

Study provides new insights on equine lameness
Lameness is one of the major reasons why horse owners seek veterinary advice. Paper relates to the use of withers...

Study identifies genetic risk factor for equine eye cancer
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the most common cancer of equine eyes. Discovery will help to inform breeding decisions Scientists...

Scientists highlight impact of elastic resistance band training
The team attached two elastic bands to a modified saddle pad using buckle clips. Bands can be used to treat...

Foal born from vitrified immature oocyte in Belgium
Ghent scientists say the cryopreservation of oocytes offers several possibilities in veterinary medicine. (stock photo) VICSI’s birth ‘an important breakthrough’,...