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European Vet and Farrier Federations team up
FEEVA and EFFA join up to promote best practice

The Federations of European Equine Veterinary Associations (FEEVA) and the European Federation of Farriers Associations (EFFA) are to join forces to promote best practice in farriery in the interest of equine welfare.

Both organisations have agreed that only properly trained farriers, working closely with veterinary surgeons as and when needed, best serve equine needs.

The main aims of the new partnership include:

  • Improving the welfare of the horse by encouraging the highest standards of hoof trimming and shoeing by means of a certified farrier.
  • Encouraging close working between farriers and veterinary surgeons on the therapeutic treatment of horses' hooves.
  • Encouraging the education of the horse owning public to make use of certified farriers who guarantee the art and science of farriery.

Professor Josh Slater, President of FEEVA, said: "We look forward to working together at European level and encouraging member associations to do the same at national level, with the primary intention of enhancing equine health through first class farriery."

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Strangles survey seeks views of horse owners

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 With Strangles Awareness Week just around the corner (5-11 May), vets are being encouraged to share a survey about the disease with their horse-owning clients.

The survey, which has been designed by Dechra, aims to raise awareness of Strangles and promote best practices to prevent its transmission. It includes questions about horse owners' experiences of strangles, together with preventative measures and vaccination.

Respondents to the survey will be entered into a prize draw to win two VIP tickets to Your Horse Live 2025. To access the survey, click here 

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Vivienne Mackinnon elected BVA Scottish Branch President

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has elected Vivienne Mackinnon as its new BVA Scottish Branch president.

Dr Mackinnon has over 30 years of experience in veterinary care, encompassing both small animal and mixed practice. She has worked in practices in Scotland, England, New Zealand and Australia, before joining APHA to work in frontline disease control.

In her speech, Dr Mackinnon reflected on the changes in Scotland's veterinary industry and highlighted her commitment to veterinary education.

Dr Mackinnon said: "I look forward to working with colleagues across the veterinary professions to improve animal health and welfare in the country and support veterinary workplaces."