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Guidance aims to protect donkeys in transit
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"Transportation is clearly a delicate process and a risk for the welfare of all equines – horses, ponies, donkeys etc".
Donkey Sanctuary warns of dehydration dangers

New guidelines released by the Donkey Sanctuary aim to protect equines from the dangers of dehydration during transportation.

Equines are transported in their thousands throughout Europe each year and many of them have never or rarely travelled in a vehicle before.

The guidance aims to reduce the suffering they face and to enable more animals to arrive at their destinations in better condition.

Working alongside a group of industry experts, the charity produced the set of practical guidelines to better understanding of the watering needs of equines before, during and after travel, how to prevent dehydration, how to spot the signs of dehydration and what to do if these signs occur.

It also includes key points from European legislation, to help people understand their legal duties to animals.

Director of care and welfare Andy Foxcroft said: "Transportation is clearly a delicate process and a risk for the welfare of all equines – horses, ponies, donkeys etc.

"By highlighting the effects, steps of prevention and signs of dehydration, unnecessary stress and suffering can be reduced. People transporting equines should be aware of their duty of care during this process."

Download the handbook here: http://www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk/donkey-care-handbook

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FIVP announces third series of Practice Matters

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 The Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices (FIVP) has announced a third season of its podcast, Practice Matters.

Hosted by Ian Wolstenholme, series three will focus on the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation, including a discussion about some of the expected impacts on independent veterinary colleagues.

Episode one launches on 13th January with guests Drs David Reader and Scott Summers, who will draw on their research into the CMA investigation and provide insights into themes such as transparency, pricing and consumer trust.

Ian Wolstenholme said: "In its third series, we will try and hone in on what the changes will mean in reality for independent practices with advice and guidance on implementation and delivery, drawing on the experience of our own team and other experts in the profession. Hope you can join us soon!" 

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Survey seeks ruminant sector views on antimicrobial stewardship

A new survey is seeking views of people working in the UK ruminant sector on how to tackle the challenge of demonstrating responsible antibiotic stewardship.

Forming part of a wider, collaborative initiative, the results will help identify the types of data available so that challenges with data collection can be better understood and addressed.

Anyone working in the UK farming sector, including vets and farmers,is encouraged to complete the survey, which is available at app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk