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Horse owners asked to take part in Blue Cross fireworks survey
Blue Cross is concerned about a rise in private firework displays as a result of COVID-19 restrictions. Charity seeks to...

BEVA backs World Antimicrobial Awareness Week
BEVA has updated its award-winning Protect ME toolkit. Daily quiz and live debate to encourage best practice in antibiotic use....

Horses feel as much pain as humans when whipped, studies suggest
The research provides the first conclusive evidence that horses feel as much pain as humans do when whipped. Findings support...

Blue Cross offers help for vulnerable horses during pandemic winter
Any horse can be considered for Home Direct, provided they pass a health check and are not on any long-term...

Vets identify genetic cause of fatal condition in Thoroughbreds
EFIH is an invariably fatal condition that causes involuntary contraction of muscles and seizures in Thoroughbred foals. Study of affected...

Updated recommendations on equine metabolic syndrome
"These updated guidelines are designed to help equine veterinarians correctly identify animals with equine metabolic syndrome". Equine Endocrinology Group provides...