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AHT video series champions ridden horse welfare
Recognising Subtle Lameness is a four-part video series presented by AHT equine orthopaedic specialist Sue Dyson.

 

A series of educational videos aimed at helping riders, owners, trainers and vets recognise pain and lameness in horses have been produced by Equitopia in collaboration with the Animal Health Trust (AHT).

Recognising Subtle Lameness is a four-part video series presented by AHT equine orthopaedic specialist Sue Dyson. Each episode gives the viewer clear, practical guidance on how to identify pain and brings to life key findings from Dr Dyson’s studies.

The videos have already clocked up almost 100,000 views and
can be found at https://youtu.be/0lPvyxzSER0 https://youtu.be/VDvzKV8H4XQ and https://youtu.be/QUzvYluYsSo. Video four will be released later this month. 

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Applications open for MMI research grants

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 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.