Veterinary

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Caring for the laminitic horse or pony

Laminitis in horses
Laminitis is a painful condition involving inflammation of the laminae. In severe cases the laminae become inflamed all around the hoof resulting in uniform separation, when the limb is loaded the whole pedal bone then ‘sinks’ within the hoof. The prognosis following rotation is much worse; radiographs are useful to identify what had actually happened. Here Ed Lyall, BVetMed, CertEM (StudMed), MRCVS of the Sussex Equine Hospital explains more. Read more

Breeding, Veterinary

Reducing the Risk of Twins in Horses
Whilst the thought of a mare giving birth to twins may sound heart-warming, the reality is far from it, with only the occasional mare giving birth to two healthy foals. With this in mind, it is usual for vets to scan the mare 14 to 16 days after ovulation to identify whether she is pregnant with twins. Here Ed Lyall BvetMed CertEM MRCVS of the Sussex Equine Hospital explains the process used for identifying twins and what can be done if a mare is found to be carrying a twin pregnancy. Read more

Breeding, Veterinary

Foaling the Mare

Mare and Foal
Your mare has safely carried her special package for 11 months, but as her due date approaches it can be a worrying time. What to look out for and how will you know if things aren’t going right are amongst the familiar questions asked by breeders. Here Ed Lyall Vet Med Cert EM (StudMed) MRCVS
of the Sussex Equine Hospital shares his advice from what to look out for during the final month of pregnancy to the birth of the foal. Read more

News, Veterinary

A Tour of the Sussex Equine Hospital
In summer 2017 the Sussex Equine Hospital moved from its original home in Arundel
(formerly known as the Arundel Equine Hospital) to a purpose-built site in Ashington, near Pulborough. Fiona Rafferty went along to tour the impressive facilities.

The Sussex Equine Hospital was founded in 1951 and since that time has grown to a team of 55 including 20 specialist equine vets, veterinary nurses, grooms, laboratory technicians, pharmacy dispensers and a whole team of administrative staff who help with the smooth running of the busy hospital. Read more

Veterinary

A Research Grant Awarded for Research into Control of the Equine Tapeworm.

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A Research Grant Awarded for Research into Control of the Equine Tapeworm.

The Royal Veterinary College and Austin Davis Biologics Ltd, providers of EquiSal Tapeworm testing, have been awarded a research grant by Petplan Charitable Trust for a project entitled: “Improved control of the equine tapeworm, Anoplocephala, through new insights into the biology of the oribatid mite intermediate host.”

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Guidelines on Keeping Horses Hydrated When Travelling By Road

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Guidelines Launched to Safeguard Horses against Dehydration when Travelling

 A vital resource for anyone involved in transporting horses by road

A collaboration of industry bodies, veterinary organisations and welfare groups coordinated by World Horse Welfare has produced clear and practical guidelines on keeping horses hydrated when travelling by road.

Developed following extensive research and consultation by the group which includes; World Horse Welfare, FVE, FEEVA, the Animal Transportation Association, Animals’ Angels and The Donkey Sanctuary, the guidelines set out simple recommendations to safeguard against dehydration and ensure horses arrive at their destination healthy and comfortable.

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