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Up to 50,000 horses 'disappeared' during scandal

Up to 50,000 horses ‘disappeared’ during scandal

Horses started to disappear in 2008 during the financial meltdown and it is "probable" they ended up in the food...

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One in three horse owners worming incorrectly

One in three horse owners worming incorrectly

Small red worm is the most common worm to be found in the UK. Horses at serious risk from small...

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Smoke inhalation 'a major veterinary challenge'

Smoke inhalation ‘a major veterinary challenge’

"Smoke is actually a bigger killer than burns and is a serious veterinary challenge". Conference held on equine safety  ...

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New guide on grazing muzzles

New guide on grazing muzzles

“Because their impact on horse welfare is not fully understood, there is real concern amongst horse owners about the use...

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West Nile Disease reported in France

West Nile Disease reported in France

West Nile Virus is a seasonal vector borne disease transmitted from wild birds by mosquitos. Risk to UK remains low...

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Eustress versus distress

Is there a difference and does it matter?    ...

Nursing the equine colic patient

Equine nurse Marie Rippingale looks at how RVNs can provide specialist nursing care to give patients the best chance of...

Marie Rippingale
BEVA honours outstanding achievers

BEVA honours outstanding achievers

Sue Edwards, widow of the doyen of equine colic surgery Professor Barrie Edwards, presenting The BEVA Richard Hartley Clinical Award...

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Horse welfare clinics to begin this Autumn

Horse welfare clinics to begin this Autumn

More than 40 vets were inspired to volunteer their services for the two pilot projects supported by the Trust earlier...

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World Horse Welfare launches laminitis resource

World Horse Welfare launches laminitis resource

Laminitis may affect more than 4,000 horses in the UK every year. Research reveals disease is a year-round threat A...

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