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New Guidance on Semen Import Certification

On the back of some robust lobbying, Defra and the APHA have today agreed that they are now willing to accept electronic copies of the Intra Trade Health Certificate accompanying fresh semen imported from the EU to its destination (the original Health Certificate should be sent afterwards). This will be welcome news for all those using imported semen.

Friday, May 3, 2019

Clarification regarding equine influenza protocols for runners from non-licensed yards

As part of its ongoing communication around the new equine influenza protocols which came in place from 1 May 2019, the BHA has today clarified the requirements for runners from non-licensed yards in Britain.

Friday, May 3, 2019

BHA proposes permanent change to flu vaccination rules

The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) is to consult with the National Trainers Federation (NTF) and other industry stakeholders on permanent changes to racing’s rules to strengthen protection against equine influenza.

Tuesday, April 30, 2019

New study confirms value of Ridden-Horse-Ethogram to identify musculoskeletal pain

Horses, as flight animals, instinctively remain silent in the face of pain, but a new study, recently published in Equine Veterinary Education, shows that they do in fact have a ‘voice’ if observers are trained to ‘listen’.

Monday, April 29, 2019

Tracey Crouch MP appointed to racing’s Horse Welfare Board

Tracey Crouch, MP for Chatham and Aylesford and former Minister for Sport and Civil Society, has been appointed as an independent member of British racing’s Horse Welfare Board.

Thursday, April 18, 2019

Updated messaging for the Veterinary sector

17-04-2019

UPDATED EU EXIT KEY MESSAGES

Thursday, April 18, 2019

BEVA Trust volunteers Rhiannon Morgan and Alison Fairburn share expertise with vets and students in Estonia

The most recent BEVA Trust project took place at The Institute of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Sciences of the Estonian University of Life Sciences, in Tartu. Estonian equine vets and veterinary students joined together for a weekend of imaging seminars and practical sessions. The seminars covered a range of topics, including the fetlock, tarsus, stifle, neck and back, head, thorax and eye. Radiography and ultrasonography techniques were discussed, along with common pathologies and some anatomy.

Wednesday, April 17, 2019

The RCVS celebrates 175 years

Throughout 2019, the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) will be celebrating its 175th Anniversary with a number of initiatives that both reflect on its rich history and look forward to the future of the veterinary profession.

Monday, April 15, 2019

Advice following EVA Outbreak

Following last week’s notification that stallions on a premises in the UK had tested positive for Equine Viral Arteritis (EVA), BEVA and the Animal Health Trust (AHT) are advising vigilance and encouraging people to re-familiarise themselves, where necessary, with the possible presentations of the disease and routes of transmission.

Friday, April 12, 2019

New HBLB Veterinary Science Research and Education Awards starting in 2019 and 2020 Application Round

The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) veterinary science and education investment programme for 2019 includes:

Friday, April 12, 2019

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