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Owners have been warned of the dangers of the potentially fatal condition atypical myopathy as last year's bumper crop of seeds is sprouting

Britain's lead equine veterinary body flags hay contamination as causing an alarming rise in cases of atypical myopathy.

Anthelmintic resistance represents a huge threat to equine health and welfare: “If horse owners don’t make these changes now, it will be too late,” says BEVA boss David Rendle.

Top eventer Piggy March is among those backing a campaign that urges owners to act on wormer resistance – before it is too late. The Badminton and Burghley winner has given her support to CANTER – Controlling Antiparasitic resistance in Equines Responsibly – which is named to “communicate the urgency of its crusade”. H&H reported […]

Laminitis in horses is a life-threatening condition that should be a year-round concern for all owners with prevention being far better than cure

In “Targeted Parasite Control to Take Best Care of your Horse and the Environment,” Registered Animal Medicines Advisor Claire Shand and equine internal medicine specialist David Rendle will look at the fascinating and potentially confusing issues around parasite control in horses.

OWNERS are reminded that a wormer treating only tapeworms is still available from vets  and that broader-spectrum products are not necessary to treat this parasite. The only previous product available on the open market that contained only praziquantel was discontinued in 2018 in a “setback” in the fight against wormer resistance. The drug was then […]

New research has looked at human behaviour change and equine obesity, as researchers discuss that everyone has a role to play in tackling the problem

THE frequency with which “critically important” antibiotics are being given to horses, often without appropriate testing, is a concern, as research reveals details of the drugs’ use in UK equine veterinary practices. To mark World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (18–24 November), the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has released its findings from a study of prescription data. […]

The equine flu vaccination shortage in the UK is thought to have been remedied – as recent outbreaks show the need for disease control measures. H&H reported this summer and autumn that there were fears of a shortage, owing to issues experienced by a supplier. But the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) told H&H it […]