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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New ID Legislation Welcomed by Equine Sector
‘Effective and Universal’ New ID Legislation Provides Huge Potential Benefits for England’s Equine Population The British Horse Council welcomes Defra’s…
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Spread the word…not the disease!
Equine-strangles.co.uk The Disease Strangles is a commonly diagnosed infectious disease that affects all equidae worldwide. Caused by the bacterium Streptococcus…
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The importance of steaming hay while travelling
Horse looks out through open door on horse box. The World Equestrian Games in Tryon this month has seen 550…
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‘Perfect storm’ has heightened Atypical Myopathy risk warns BEVA
Bare pastures and potential hay shortages, coupled with early transatlantic storms blowing seeds from laden sycamore trees, have created the…
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Mindfulness and physio
Have you discovered the benefits of mindfulness yet? You certainly can’t have missed the hype around the subject, and here’s…
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Why do horses suffer from filled legs?
Swelling in horses’ lower legs is relatively common, however it can be alarming, and it is certainly worth horse owners…
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Research shows hay-fed horses may have nutrition shortfall
Research has shown that horses on a hay-only diet may not digest some nutrients as effectively as those fed combination diets…
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CHOOSING A TRIM: ANATOMY & THEORY
Delving into the subject of hoof care – how to select a trimming method for your horses’ feet. Hoofcare knowledge…
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Hay shortage? Don’t panic says SPILLERS®nutritionist
With a swelteringly hot, dry summer following hard on the heels of a cold, wet winter the parched grass has…
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Hagyard Equine Medical Institute’s Dr. Rana Bozorgmanesh talks you through symptoms and treatment options
by Glenye Cain Oakford | Aug 28, 2018, 3:00 PM EST Uveitis is a common cause of blindness in horses,…
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Understanding and recognising fatigue in horses
The bond between a horse and rider competing together in any discipline is a result of years of dedicated training,…
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Would you call a physio if this happened?
Your horse is tied outside the stable, snoozing gently, when the breeze picks up the plastic bag that someone has…
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Inspiration for horse lovers
Do you want to make a difference to horses throughout the world? Would you like to help owners and riders…
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Feeding steamed hay for peak equine athletic performance
A healthy respiratory system is incredibly closely linked with the athletic performance of a horse – after all, without a…
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What is your diagnosis?
Quittor is a term used for a condition which involves death and destruction (necrosis) of the collateral cartilages of the foot,…
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The difference between feelings and emotions?
“I knew he was cold backed, and I’d come off him before when he took off as I was swinging…
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“THE VET, FARRIER, AND OWNER SHOULD WORK AS A TEAM”
Navicular syndrome, often called navicular disease, is a syndrome of lameness problems in horses. It most commonly describes an inflammation…
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New approach to worm control
A worm-eating fungus brings new hope in the fight against parasitic gastro-intestinal worms. Anthelmintic resistance is now a widespread and…
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World Horse Welfare : End of Life Care
It is a sad truth that anyone who intends to keep their horse forever will have to face the end…
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World Horse Welfare: How to check your horses respiration rate
You should check your horse’s respiration: – Weekly to establish normal range – At the same time of day –…
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How hot is too hot to work your horse?
As our country continues to bask in an unusually long heatwave, our horses health and welfare continues to be at…
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Sue Palmer – The Horse Physio
I stood in the room and looked around. I didn’t know anyone, and I didn’t know where to start. It’s…
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A look at the role of carbohydrates in hay when managing Equine Metabolic Syndrome
As our fields continue to suffer from the heat, we’re left no option but to substitute with supplementary hay and…
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Keeping Dehydration at Bay
With the British heat wave continuing to bake us and our horses, it’s important to take some time to check…
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