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Equine veterinary research gets £1.6 million boost
HBLB awarded research and education grants

The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has awarded £1.6 million in equine veterinary research and education grants for 2013, an increase of over 30 per cent on this year's allocation.

Nine new research projects will be supported in disciplines that reflect the HBLB's research priorities. The prevention of infectious disease remains a key priority and one in which the HLB has invested over the years. Previous funding towards effective vaccines for 'rattles' and strangles will be built upon, as will the modelling of the potential effects of African Horse Sickness, in the event of it spreading to Britain.

The creation of a rapid diagnostic test for West Nile disease will also receive funding, and research will also commence towards improved vaccines and novel drugs to protect the thoroughbred breeding industry from equine herpes virus, which can cause abortion, neonatal death and neurological disease.

Professor Willie Donachie, Chair of the HBLB's Veterinary Advisory Committee, said: "We are delighted that the Board has been able to commit £1.6m in 2012 and continue with its long-standing and effective investment in key areas such as infectious disease, racehorse safety and musculoskeletal injury. The grants that have been awarded support a full programme of scientific research and education that will make relevant and useful contributions to racehorse health for owners, breeders, trainers and their veterinary advisers."



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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.