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Horse rehoming on the rise, says charity
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Last year, the charity took in 76 per cent more horses than in the previous year.
World Horse Welfare reports 56 per cent hike in rehoming figures

A leading equine rescue and rehoming charity says it has seen a 56 per cent rise in the number of horses it has been able to rehome this year.

To date, World Horse Welfare (WHW) has rehomed 250 horses - more than twice the number it had rehomed last year.

"It’s extremely encouraging to see so many of our horses going to new homes and confirms that we are getting through to people – that they really do see rehoming a horse as a safe and viable option," said Tony Tyler, the charity's deputy chief executive.

However, Mr Tyler added there are still thousands more horses than available homes.

"While we are incredibly grateful to our dedicated supporters who are helping horses by rehoming more, the sad news is that the number of horses needing urgent rescue and rehabilitation far outweighs the number that we are rehoming."

Last year, the charity experienced what it terms a "freak year" where it took in 76 per cent more horses than in the previous year. In 2014, WHW has continued to take in a large number of horses. In particular, there has been a consistent rise in the number of group cases needing rescue.

"Recently, we had to take special measures at each of our four Rescue and Rehoming Centres developing multiple case admission facilities to ensure that we can take in the increasing number of large groups of horses that need urgent care, including taking in a recent case of 63 horses into one farm," Mr Tyler added.

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Webinar to explore history of KC breed registers

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 A free webinar exploring the development of the Kennel Club's registration system and the evolution of closed breed registers has been announced.

Hosted by Dr Alison Skipper, veterinary and research advisor at the Kennel Club, the webinar will delve into the development of the registry and how the changing landscape of scientific knowledge has shaped breeding practices. It will also look at what this means for the future of pedigree dogs.

The session will culminate with a look at The Kennel Club's ongoing and future engagement in this area, with a chance for attendees to put forward their thoughts and questions for discussion.

This event takes place on Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, 10 June at 7pm. To learn more, visit events.teams.microsoft.com  

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.