In the UK, West Nile Virus (WNV) in horses remains rare, but cases have been identified in horses imported from countries where the virus is more common, like southern Europe. The name refers to the place of origin, as the virus was first characterised in 1937 in the West Nile
Rainrot is also known as rain eczema or, in some cases, rain mange, and is often not initially recognised by most horse owners, therapists and vets when confronted with the condition the first time. This infection of the horse’s skin occurs more frequently in the wet weather season when horses
The significant concern for many horse owners is the presence of chronic coughing in horses, which is commonly referred to as “hay allergy” or “chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)”. Once a horse develops such sensitive airways, it can become quite challenging for the owner to manage its housing and feeding
Old wine in new bottles… Recently, the name PSSM2 (Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy 2) was changed to MIM (Muscle Integrity Myopathy) in German-speaking regions – a move made by the company that offers the associated genetic tests. The genetic test is highly controversial from a scientific perspective. Studies conducted in 2020/21
An absolute favourite in the equine advisory service is and remains the topic of Free Faecal Water Syndrome (FFWS). It feels like 9 out of 10 horses we are asked about are more or less severely affected by FFWS. Many of the owners were between resigned and desperate because they
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