Is garlic effective against worms?
Two studies offer differing assessments of the value of garlic in worm control in horses. Garlic is said to have…
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How to get your horse fit
The long winter months are drawing to a close, your horse may have had a winter holiday. Now is the…
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Vets urge owners to help horses lose weight NOW to prevent serious health risks
With some studies suggesting that more than half of certain horse populations in the UK are overweight or obese, the…
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Magnesium may not consistently influence reaction speed
Horses have evolved to run away in the face of danger. While this may keep them safe from predators, it…
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Winter Colic – prevention is always better than cure
Colic is, unfortunately, an increasingly common issue as the colder weather sets in, resulting in abdominal pain for the horse.…
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Triumph for Saddle Research Trust Conference
The third Saddle Research Trust Conference, held on 8th December in Nottingham, has been lauded by delegates, speakers and organisers as…
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Back to Basics- external hoof anatomy part 4
This is the last video in this series that I am gifting to my Facebook followers on the anatomy of…
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Magnesium may not consistently influence reaction speed after all suggests new research
Although the calming properties of magnesium have been well documented anecdotally, the latest science suggests it may not reliably slow…
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Psyllium and magnesium sulphate for treating sand accumulation
A recent study found that a combination of psyllium and magnesium sulphate was effective at clearing accumulations of sand in…
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Are Horses Stressed When First Bitted?
Many working horses exhibit expressions of mouth discomfort such as opening the mouth, grinding their teeth or crossing the jaw…
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How to Prevent an Equine Cough
Haygain are dedicated to improving equine health through research and innovation, and here they examine why a horse might cough,…
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Vet receives award for novel equine PPID treatment
Last week BEVA announced that their prestigious 2018 Sam Hignett award has been given for research into a novel treatment…
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BEVA Announces additional Award Winners
BEVA has announced the winners of the reciprocal Voorjaarsdagen BEVA Award and the Sam Hignett Award as equine vets Adam…
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The Study of the Equine Hoof- Back to Basics 3
Author: Lindsey Field The third instalment from Lindsey on the basics of hoof anatomy. The coffin bone, also known as the pedal…
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Using the ArcEquine microcurrent device to aid recovery from mud fever
It’s that time of year again for Northern Hemisphere horse owners when the grass growth slows down, and mud makes…
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HELP! ALL OF A SUDDEN, MY HORSE HAS RUB MARKS UNDER HIS SADDLE
Author: Equitopia Equitopia’s Saddle fitter from the UK, Georgie Welge, is one of the founders of Master Saddle Fitters International (MSFI)…
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The Study of the Equine Hoof- Back to Basics 2
Part two in Lindsey Fields series of basic hoof anatomy videos. Starting with the wite line, the white line of the foot…
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How to keep your horse hydrated in the winter
There is a misconception among some horse owners that they only need to worry about keeping their horse hydrated in…
Read MoreThe Study of the Equine Hoof- Back to Basics
Author: Lindsey Field A great 3 part series for horse lovers wanting to scrub up on their hoof knowledge. It…
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Haygain examine what laminitis is, what causes it and how to spot it in your horse or pony
Laminitis is a crippling condition that affects horses and ponies around the world, attacking the integrity, strength and function of…
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Sue Palmer : Dealing with upset
We never know what’s around the corner, and so we can’t always be prepared for it. I read a report…
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The Science of Rugging Horses, What to use and When
By Dr David Marlin As we head into the colder winter months, most of us are reaching for our body…
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SPILLERS® Supports BETA Feed Awareness Week
SPILLERS® has pledged its support for BETA Feed Awareness Week 10th -18th November 2018 and has provided educational content for the initiative and…
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SPILLERS® launches the first independently veterinary approved senior feed range
SPILLERS®, known for its expertise in senior horse nutrition, is ensuring the nation’s much-loved seniors are completely cared for with…
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Which Clippers?
It’s that time of the year again when horses in work need to be clipped, so take a look…
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Kissing Spine – Prevention or Cure?
Author Ella Attrill Dip Vet Phys IAAMT ESMT Kissing spine is when the dorsal spinous processes are too close together…
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AUTUMN WATCH – COLIC & RESPIRATORY DISEASE
The onset of Autumn relieves most of us of some problems but brings others. Flies are getting significantly less of…
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Boost healing, manage pain and have a happier horse with cutting-edge non-invasive microcurrent therapy from ArcEquine
ArcEquine has created the world’s smallest microcurrent therapy device specifically for use with equines, to promote tissue repair and assist…
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New EVJ collection highlights diagnostic imaging breakthroughs in equine fracture management
Fractures are a common occurrence in horses of all ages and breeds but the development of various imaging modalities over…
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