Equine vets

Vet suspended over falsifying horse’s vaccination records

The vet has been suspended for two months following the incident, which happened at Ascot sales in October 2014

Finding foreign bodies in horses — and how to act *H&H VIP*

Soreness or swelling can indicate material lodged in the eye or under the skin, but what if the object has been swallowed? Gil Riley MRCVS highlights the dangers

Equine head injuries — what's the prognosis? *H&H VIP*

Trauma to the head can cause little more than a permanent bump on the nose — or something far more serious, as Phil Cramp MRCVS explains

Haematomas in horses: how to beat them *H&H VIP*

A sudden and dramatic swelling could be a bleed into the body tissues, called a haematoma. Gil Riley MRCVS outlines treatment options

Acupuncture: how does it work and how can it help your horse? *H&H VIP*

The idea of inserting needles to alleviate pain and promote healing is nothing new, yet equine acupuncture is only now gaining widespread credibility in the UK. Andrea Oakes reports

Vets strip off in storm to raise funds for air ambulance

The one-off calendar was shot by photographer James Rudd and featured vets, reception staff and nurses

Police raids, dead bodies, runaway cars — and other hilarious things that shouldn’t happen to a vet

There’s no such thing as a ‘normal’ working day for equine vets as the following industry professionals reveal

Complex fractures in horses: what's the prognosis? *H&H VIP*

Fixing fracture bones with plates and screws can offer a horse a fighting chance of returning to soundness, as Andrea Oakes discovers

Balancing work and family? 'MumsVet' launched to help parents

At the 2015 British Equine Veterinary Association congress, 92% of voters agreed equine practice needs to change to become more compatible with family life

'Business class': How horses are flown to the Rio Olympics *H&H VIP*

With ‘business class’ travel and strict bio-security measures, the Olympic horses are all set to arrive in Brazil in optimum health. Andrea Oakes investigates

Hernias in horses: what you need to know *H&H VIP*

Any weakness in a wall of muscle or tissue is a potential hot spot for a hernia. Tim Mair MRCVS discusses the best options for the resulting bulge

Is your horse in pain or trying it on? *H&H VIP*

Bad behaviour could be due to discomfort or disobedience, but unravelling the root cause can be a challenge, as Roger Lee MRCVS explains

Pre-purchase vet exam: what to expect and how to get the most out of one *H&H VIP*

Buyers frustrated by a lack of answers may be missing the point of the pre-purchase exam, believes Malcolm Morley MRCVS. Andrea Oakes finds out what’s fair to expect, and how to unlock its potential

Door-kicking horses: what's the prognosis? *H&H VIP*

Feed time especially can bring a cacophony of knocks and bangs as horses anticipate their next meal or a trip out to the field. But what damage could this be doing to their limbs? Stephanie Bateman investigates

What do the noises your horse is making mean? *H&H VIP*

From clicking and creaking to grunting and groaning, horses can produce an array of weird sounds. Andrea Oakes finds out how to distinguish harmless habits from signs of something more serious

Questions surrounding lameness test and why “bipartite” navicular bones shouldn't be ignored *H&H VIP*

Peter Green MRCVS presents the latest scientific research — from lameness on the lunge to new findings about navicular bone deformities

'Dopey cobs on the A1' — and other things that shouldn't happen to a vet

Things rarely go to plan when animals are involved, especially if you’re an equine vet, as several reveal here

What to do if your horse impales himself *H&H VIP*

A deep stake wound is something no owner wants to see. But, as Phil Cramp MRCVS explains, recovery can be remarkable with prompt and careful treatment

Bladder stones in horses: a remarkable recovery *H&H VIP*

Blood-stained urine was the first sign that champion Arab stallion Patros HB had developed a potentially lethal bladder stone, as Andrea Oakes discovers

Sticking stifles: what you need to know *H&H VIP*

Unexpected locking of the hindleg at the point of the stifle can be a distressing situation for both horse and owner. Elizabeth Barr MRCVS outlines treatment options