Owners warned to look out for equine flu signs following outbreaks
Outbreaks have been confirmed in the UK and Europe
Outbreaks have been confirmed in the UK and Europe
Rick Farr of Farr & Pursey Equine Vets shares his expert advice on infected joints in horses, how they can be treated and what the prognosis is
The ‘Vets with Horsepower’ group drove 4,300 miles around the Arctic Circle on their motorbikes
Rick Farr B.Sc (Hons), B.V.Sc, MRCVS of Farr & Pursey Equine Veterinary Services shares his expert advice on laminitis
A vet who was found guilty of conspiracy to commit fraud has been struck off for his conviction and a series of clinical charges
Thinking of buying a lean youngster, or taking on a horse who could be in better condition? Kieran O’Brien MRCVS discusses the implications
The clips feature vet and equine behaviour specialist Gemma Pearson, who demonstrates techniques for helping keep horse calm in different situations
The vet has been suspended for two months following the incident, which happened at Ascot sales in October 2014
Soreness or swelling can indicate material lodged in the eye or under the skin, but what if the object has been swallowed? Gil Riley MRCVS highlights the dangers
Trauma to the head can cause little more than a permanent bump on the nose — or something far more serious, as Phil Cramp MRCVS explains
A sudden and dramatic swelling could be a bleed into the body tissues, called a haematoma. Gil Riley MRCVS outlines treatment options
The idea of inserting needles to alleviate pain and promote healing is nothing new, yet equine acupuncture is only now gaining widespread credibility in the UK. Andrea Oakes reports
The one-off calendar was shot by photographer James Rudd and featured vets, reception staff and nurses
There’s no such thing as a ‘normal’ working day for equine vets as the following industry professionals reveal
Fixing fracture bones with plates and screws can offer a horse a fighting chance of returning to soundness, as Andrea Oakes discovers
At the 2015 British Equine Veterinary Association congress, 92% of voters agreed equine practice needs to change to become more compatible with family life
With ‘business class’ travel and strict bio-security measures, the Olympic horses are all set to arrive in Brazil in optimum health. Andrea Oakes investigates
Any weakness in a wall of muscle or tissue is a potential hot spot for a hernia. Tim Mair MRCVS discusses the best options for the resulting bulge
Bad behaviour could be due to discomfort or disobedience, but unravelling the root cause can be a challenge, as Roger Lee MRCVS explains