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Herpes – Equine Herpes Virus
Equine herpes virus (EHV) is a contagious viral infection which can cause respiratory disease, abortions and neurological disease. There are two different types of EHV which mos commonly cause disease in horses… Read more
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Equine herpes EHV-1 neurological form
Equine herpes EHV-1 neurological form In January and February this year there have been several cases in Spain, France, Germany, Belgium and The Netherlands. Some but not all of these are linked to showjumping in Valencia in February and hence the FEI has been tracing all horses that attended that venue since the 1st of February… Read more
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Lockdown 2 – Our Vet services in November 2020
OUR SERVICES TO YOU AND YOUR HORSE DURING LOCKDOWN 2 The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has advised members (EQUINE VETS) to minimise travel, and contact with others, risk-assess all procedures and use professional judgement on what action may be deferred. Members must act in a Covid-secure manner, but may carry out ambulatory and hospital… Read more
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Herpes & abortion – Guidelines to Decrease the Risk of EHV1 Infection in Pregnant Mares
Equid Herpesvirus (EHV) is very common – more than 75% of horses have been exposed at some point in their lives. Young horses are especially susceptible. Horses can become carriers, and these may spread infection even if they are not unwell, especially at times of stress… Read more