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Horse welfare clinics to begin this Autumn
Equine vet
More than 40 vets were inspired to volunteer their services for the two pilot projects supported by the Trust earlier this year.
Follows successful pilot projects at home and abroad

Two new equine healthcare and castration clinics have been given the go-ahead following successful pilot projects in Morocco and Southampton earlier this year.

In a statement the BEVA Trust said that the clinics have been confirmed for the Autumn and that many people have already offered their services.

Suitable stallions and colts will be identified and recruited at each location by charity welfare officers, and up to 30 horses will be castrated by volunteer vets at each event.

Furthermore, as many horses as possible will be vaccinated and wormed against tetanus. They will also be microchipped and issued with a passport.

Julian Samuelson, chair of the Trust Review Committee, said: "These events not only reduce the opportunity for unintentional breeding but, more importantly, have also proven to be a great way of getting new groups of horse owners engaged with veterinary care. By co-ordinating the necessary veterinary expertise, we hope BEVA Trust will make a significant contribute to their success."

More than 40 vets were inspired to volunteer their services for the two pilot projects supported by the Trust earlier this year. The scheme aims to educate owners, establish links with the veterinary profession, reduce accidental breeding and help with identification and traceability of horses.

The British Horse Society estimate that by holding 12 successful castration clinics, they could prevent the birth of thousands of foals over the next two generations.  In addition, working with horse owners to passport and microchip their horses will increase the number of horses being correctly identified. In turn this will protect the food chain and improve the traceability of fly-grazed or abandoned horses.

The clinics have been organised by the BEVA Trust in collaboration with the British Horse Society Blue Cross, Horseworld, Redwings Horse Sanctuary, the RSPCA and World Horse Welfare.

Further clinics will be arranged over the next 12 months. For more information visit www.beva.org.uk.

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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.