BEVA
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New rule for horses to have scans before major race raises questions *H&H Plus*
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Changing conversations to save equine lives *H&H Plus*
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Should I vaccinate my horse against EHV right now? H&H finds out...
Following concerns raised on social media, H&H sought guidance from the British Equine Veterinary Association on whether owners should be considering vaccinating their horses against the disease
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Ambassadors sought to help raise strangles awareness and end stigma
The annual Strangles Awareness Week takes place 3-9 May and aims to provide owners, yard managers, vets and equine professionals with a platform to share their own stories and promote support for those affected by the disease
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‘Minimal risk’ of EHV-1 spread in the UK but riders urged to act ‘responsibly’
“This episode serves as a reminder of the importance of biosecurity, vaccination and having plans in place for protecting horses travelling to, and returning home from, events”
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Outbreak of equine herpes virus brings Spanish showjumping tour to a halt
The FEI veterinary department was informed on Saturday (20 February) that four horses who had left the venue on 14 February became sick shortly after returning to their home country
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Reassurances to owners after equine coronavirus antibodies found in Tokyo *H&H Plus*
Vets and the FEI have spoken out to reassure owners that equine coronavirus is very different to Covid-19, and that the antibodies found in horses in Tokyo are not a cause for concern. H&H finds out more from the experts
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Efforts to save vital Animal Health Trust work *H&H Plus*
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Less frequent but targeted worming could help prevent welfare ‘catastrophe’
“Just treating at fixed and frequent intervals with no testing is the equivalent of fumbling in the dark. You will have no idea of what you are doing.”
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Equine vets during lockdown: decision made on pre-purchase exams and other work
“BEVA recognises equine vets play an essential role in supporting the UK horse sector and that their role is no less necessary than that of nannies, cleaners or tradespeople”
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Win for horses in new vet guidance on practitioners *H&H Plus*
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Routine vet work may take place during lockdown under new guidance
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has provided new guidance to allow vets to determine which services they can carry out
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New research reveals the impacts of lockdown on horse management
The survey launched on 26 March received more than 6,000 responses in 10 days
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100,000 watch vet videos to help improve horse behaviour
The clips feature vet and equine behaviour specialist Gemma Pearson, who demonstrates techniques for helping keep horse calm in different situations
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Vets’ fears over illegally imported semen
The British Equine Veterinary Association has raised concerns that its members are being pressured to breaking the law by using illegally imported semen
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Balancing work and family? 'MumsVet' launched to help parents
At the 2015 British Equine Veterinary Association congress, 92% of voters agreed equine practice needs to change to become more compatible with family life
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Equine vets call for a better work-life balance
Many vets are seeking a better work-life balance
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New British Equine Veterinary Association president named
Mark Bowen takes the helm at BEVA
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Castration clinics launched for autumn
Two new healthcare and castration clinics will be held this autumn by the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) Trust
