Are we pushing animals too far? 5 Apr 2019 A recently published book considers the philosophical and ethical implications of using and abusing animals for the benefit of humans
Epididymal semen harvesting 18 Mar 2019 Post-castration epididymal sperm extraction is a pioneering method of semen collection that permits semen extraction where other options don’t allow
Lessons from the influenza outbreak 13 Mar 2019 Was the outbreak of equine “flu” a dress rehearsal for something more serious?
Treating diarrhoea cases 11 Mar 2019 Treatment of diarrhoea in the adult horse is considered in part two of the series on equine diarrhoea
Reassuring advice for recent graduates 27 Feb 2019 A final year veterinary student reviews The New Vet’s Handbook, published in June 2018
Dealing with diarrhoea 20 Feb 2019 Aetiologies and diagnosis are considered in part one of a two-part series on equine diarrhoea
Asking the experts about eye problems 13 Feb 2019 Learn from two ophthalmology experts as they are posed questions on common equine eye issues
The rise in equine obesity 8 Feb 2019 It is time for the veterinary profession to act on the increasing prevalence of obesity in horses
An innovative tracker for equines 25 Jan 2019 How could the use of a horse activity tracker benefit the animal, owner and vet?
Treating tumours in horses 11 Jan 2019 In the second of a two-part article on equine skin cancers, treatment options and welfare considerations are discussed
The future of equine welfare 19 Dec 2018 How much of an impact Brexit will have on horse welfare was discussed at the 2018 World Horse Welfare Conference
Working with allied professionals 12 Dec 2018 Developing good working relationships with musculoskeletal therapists and equine dental technicians
Detecting tumours in horses 14 Nov 2018 In the first of a two-part article on equine skin cancers, common conditions are described to aid cancer identification and treatment decisions
Victory for the pre-purchase exam 5 Nov 2018 Figures from the Veterinary Defence Society reveal that, despite the complexities, relatively few pre-purchase examinations result in negligence claims
What will Brexit mean for the equine sector? 30 Oct 2018 A session on adapting to changing times at BEVA Congress 2018 highlighted current priorities for the equine veterinary profession
Was the flunixin withdrawal a sensible precaution or knee-jerk reaction? 17 Oct 2018 BEVA has questioned the rationality behind the decision to withdraw flunixin and a potentiated sulphonamide
Dealing with postpartum complications 10 Oct 2018 How to recognise and prevent common postpartum complications seen in mares
Performing a meaningful neurological exam 10 Sep 2018 Practical advice from a specialist on performing an equine neurological examination – from head to tail
A global perspective on the equine profession 8 Sep 2018 Having led a diverse career with experience all over the world, Juan Samper talks about the profession now and what it might look like in the future
A Horse Rescue Unit in action 29 Jul 2018 A fascinating insight into the work of the West Sussex Fire and Rescue Horse Rescue Unit