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Study suggests the ability to pretend likely dates back six million years.
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Chatter box The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. Chatter box

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Equine News
Sheep welfare threatened by livestock attacks
Sheep welfare threatened by livestock attacks

Ninety-six per cent of sheep keepers saw a dog attack in 2025.
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Artificial intelligence could predict bone strength in chickens
Artificial intelligence could predict bone strength in chickens

Automated X-ray analysis could inform large-scale breeding.
Views sought on lambing practices
Views sought on lambing practices

Survey will gather baseline data to inform best practice.
Foot and Mouth disease detected in Greece
Foot and Mouth disease detected in Greece

UK CVO urges livestock keepers to 'remain vigilant'.
View blood testing as part of a proactive health plan, farmers urged
View blood testing as part of a proactive health plan, farmers urged

The approach can make a significant difference in herd management.
Nematodirus forecast tool 2026 goes live
Nematodirus forecast tool 2026 goes live

The tool warns vets and farmers when mass hatching is likely to occur.
HPAI vaccine trials begin in the UK
HPAI vaccine trials begin in the UK

Trials will focus on turkeys in England.
Foot and Mouth disease detected in Cyprus
Foot and Mouth disease detected in Cyprus

Clinical signs are confirmed in cattle and sheep.
DAERA announces new BVD movement restrictions
DAERA announces new BVD movement restrictions

Restrictions will begin on 1 March 2026.
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Applications open for BEVA Back in the Saddle

The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has opened applications for its 'Back in the Saddle' coaching programme.

The online scheme offers structured group coaching for members wanting to reflect on their career path and regain clarity. Members may be returning to work after leave, uncertain about next steps or reassessing direction.

Attendees will benefit from impartial guidance and practical tools to support their professional development. Members are encouraged to take a 'proactive, future-focused approach' to their careers.

The sessions, taking place on Wednesdays from 7.30pm-9pm, are open to BEVA members with more than five years' experience. The first session takes place on Wednesday, 3 June 2026.

Applications will close on Wednesday, 27 May 2026.
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