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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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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

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...

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...