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Charity reports rise in horse welfare concerns
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In 2014, World Horse Welfare re-homed over 300 horses, ponies and donkeys, which is a ten-year record. 

World Horse Welfare took in 259 horses in 2014

There has been a significant rise in horse welfare concerns, according to World Horse Welfare.

The equine charity say that in the last year alone they took in 259 horses, which is a 43 per cent rise on their yearly average.

One alarming trend they are experiencing is the rise in the number of large groups of 10 or more horses being brought into their rescue and rehoming centres.

Deputy chief executive Tony Tyler, said: "The pressure this puts on our centres is compounded by the fact that all too often these groups consist of mares and stallions, so there are invariable mares who arrive with us in foal."

In 2014, World Horse Welfare re-homed over 300 horses, ponies and donkeys, which is a ten-year record.  

Tony added that January 2015’s figures show that the enthusiasm for rehoming is stronger than ever: “Early indications for January are very encouraging for another record-breaking year and demonstrate that people really do see rehoming as a safe and viable option.

"Frustratingly, however, the number of horses needing urgent rescue and rehabilitation far outweighs the number being re-homed – the need is greater than ever.” 

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Reporting service for dead wild birds updated

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 The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) has updated its online reporting service for dead wild birds.

The new version allows those reporting a dead bird to drop a pin on a map when reporting the location. It also includes a wider range of wild bird species groups to select from when describing the bird.

The online service, which helps APHA to monitor the spread of diseases such as avian influenza, can be accessed here. 

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NI chief vet urges bluetongue vigilance

Northern Ireland's chief veterinary officer (CVO) has urged farmers to be vigilant for signs of bluetongue, after the Animal and Plant Health Agency warned there was a very high probability of further cases in Great Britain.

There have been 126 confirmed cases of bluetongue virus serotype 3 in England since November 2023, with no cases reported in Northern Ireland. The movement of live ruminants from Great Britain to Northern Ireland is currently suspended.

According to the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA), the virus is most likely to enter Northern Ireland through infected animals or germplasm (semen or ova) being imported.

Brian Dooher, Northern Ireland's CVO, said: "Surveillance for this disease within Northern Ireland has been increased to assist with detection at the earliest opportunity which will facilitate more effective control measures."

Farmers should report any suspicions of the disease to their private veterinary practitioner, the DAERA Helpline on 0300 200 7840 or their local DAERA Direct Veterinary Office.