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Redwings named Charity of the Year
The event, which celebrates professionals and businesses in the equestrian community, is in its second year.
Charity wins Equestrian Business Award.

The Equestrian Business Awards has named Redwings Horse Sanctuary as the Charity of the Year.

Held at The Village Hotel in Nottingham on Saturday 29 October, the Equestrian Business Awards, celebrated professionals and businesses in the equestrian community and industry.

With almost 17,000 nominations across 19 categories, the judges selected Redwings Horse Sanctuary as Charity of the Year following nominations by the public, interviews, references and mystery shops.

Lynn Cutress, speaking on behalf of Redwings, celebrated the award: “We are absolutely thrilled to be the first winners of this category, which was introduced to the Equestrian Business Awards this year.

“Thank you so much to those who nominated us, to the organisers and a special mention to the runners-up, Munchkins Miniature Shetland Rescue.

“We’re very grateful to our wonderful staff and volunteers who work tirelessly to care for the horses, ponies, donkeys and mules in our care 365 days a year and this award is dedicated to them.”

The full list of winners can be seen on the Equestrian Business Awards website.

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Survey launched to investigate EHV

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 Zoetis has launched a new survey to identify management techniques for Equine Herpes Virus (EHV).

EHV is a contagious, airborne virus that can cause respiratory problems and severe diseases in horses and ponies. It spreads among horses over short distances, direct contact and through shared equipment.

The survey will explore current knowledge and management practices with EHV in the UK. It is quick to complete and participants could win one of 10 equine first aid kits.

Complete the survey here

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WSAVA launches pet travel guidance factsheet

A new pet travel guidance factsheet for veterinary professionals and caregivers has been developed by the WSAVA in collaboration with the World Veterinary Association.

The Dog and Cat Welfare During Transport factsheet provides step-by-step guidance for all stages of a journey, from pre-travel checklists to post-travel care.

Brachycephalic breeds or animals prone to travel-related anxiety are given special focus in this guide, which also provides links to IATA container regulation and WSAVA vaccination guidelines.