Equine vets

Castration clinics launched for autumn

Two new healthcare and castration clinics will be held this autumn by the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) Trust

Sinuses explained and a four-star horse's battle for life *H&H VIP*

Eventer Trig Point was left fighting for his life when aggressive strains of bacteria infected his sinus cavities. Here Andrea Oakes documents his recovery and explains the science behind sinuses

Wind surgery: what you need to know *H&H VIP*

Is buying a horse who has had a wind operation still a risky bet — or have better, more targeted surgical techniques refined the management of upper respiratory tract disorders? Andrea Oakes investigates

Nominations open for veterinary awards

Nominations are open for an award that recognises veterinary staff and practices that have gone "above and beyond" the call of duty

Colic in veteran horses: what you need to know

Advancing years bring a greater risk of severe or life-threatening colic, but is it fair to put an older horse through the trauma of surgery? Tim Mair MRCVS outlines the factors that might affect your decision

Navicular: new research provides surprising findings

Peter Green MRCVS explains how new research has found that navicular is commonly misdiagnosed in horses

In or out? How to cope with horses and lightning *H&H VIP*

Lightning strike is fast and often fatal, so it pays to heed weather warnings to keep your horse safe. Karen Coumbe MRCVS explains

Why owners should make the most of wellness checks *H&H VIP*

Gone are the days of calling out the vet only if something is wrong with a horse. Roger Lee MRCVS discusses whether modern preventative health checks are worth the time and money

Understanding equine eye problem uveitis *H&H VIP*

What makes the body’s immune system turn on itself, causing devastation to the internal structures of the eye? Dr Andy Matthews FRCVS explains

Wither injuries: what you need to know *H&H VIP*

The structure of the withers makes this bony ridge vulnerable to bruising or fracture, especially if a horse rears and falls over backwards. Graham Hunter MRCVS explains

Moody and inconsistent? Ovarian problems in mares *H&H VIP*

Mood swings or performance issues could indicate that a mare is suffering from enlarged ovaries. H&H investigates why ovarian conditions can interfere with both breeding and competition prospects

Horse has massive stake removed from chest *warning: graphic images*

A cob had a lucky escape after a fence post became wedged about 3ft into his chest

Help your horse with summer skin problems [H&H VIP]

Unravelling the cause of summer skin complaints can mean scratching beneath the surface. Karen Coumbe MRCVS explains

Treating soft tissue injuries in the hoof [H&H VIP]

Treatment of soft tissue injury in the hoof is most successful when vet, farrier and technology come together, as vet Dr Peter Milner and farrier Ian Hughes explain

Vets on motorbikes raise funds for charity on UK tour

The "Vets with Horsepower" charity motorbike riders are staying on home turf for their fifth tour

Do you trust your vet more than your doctor? Survey reveals most do

94% of the public trusts the veterinary profession generally or completely

Shedding light on a stoney issue [H&H VIP]

When a promising young racehorse lost his form, the culprit was found to be an enterolith — a grapefruit-sized internal obstruction. Tim Mair MRCVS tells us more

Are eventing stallions at an advantage? [H&H VIP]

Does being entire give an event horse a competitive edge, or do geldings have the upper hand? Phil Cramp MRCVS discusses the challenges facing an athletic stallion

Club foot: what does the future hold for your foal? [H&H VIP]

A foal with a club foot may still have athletic potential, provided treatment is early and appropriate, says Elizabeth Barr MRCVS

What's new in the vet world? Weaning foals: signs of equine depression [H&H VIP]

Are weaning methods and fencing options potential causes of stress — and could that quiet horse be an unhappy one? Peter Green MRCVS reveals more in his latest research round-up