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Horse hindgut model to be developed at Surrey
The hindgut model will allow scientists to find out how diet and medication change gut bacterial populations. Scientists hope to...

Ill-fitting saddles cause back pain to horse and rider
This article discusses a study conducted by the Animal Health Trust which concluded that ill-fitting saddles cause back pain to...

Testing options set to change for CEM and EVA
Council Directive 92/65/EEC has been reviewed and amended. Changes to germinal product trade conditions come into force on October 1...

Call for more research to prevent racehorse injury
Owners and trainers want more research to focus on preventing tendon injuries. University of Glasgow meeting hears prevention better than...

Internship Programme an “indispensable tool”
The Programme aims to give young graduates as much support as possible to help them make the most informed decisions...

Horse healthcare survey receives outstanding response
Over 7,000 horse owners and non-veterinarian service providers completed the online survey this year. More than 7,000 horse owners and...

Defra announces agreement to export UK horses to China
UK thoroughbred and jump horses can now be exported to China. New Export Health Certificate will allow for the export...

UK to introduce central equine database
Last year, bute was found in horse carcasses for human consumption. Tougher laws to be introduced following last year’s horse...

HRH The Princess Royal receives BEVA Welfare Award
HRH The Princess Royal receives the Blue Cross Equine Welfare Award from Blue Cross chaiman Zair Berry. Award recognises significant...

A basic guide to handling horses
Marie Rippingale, head equine nurse and clinical coach at XLVets, describes key techniques for the safe handling of horses…...