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Chatter box The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. Chatter box

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Exotic Animal News
BSAVA announces new Manual of Guinea Pigs
BSAVA announces new Manual of Guinea Pigs

It comes in response to the growing popularity of the species.
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Lop-eared rabbits at risk of hidden ear disease, study shows
Lop-eared rabbits at risk of hidden ear disease, study shows

RVC suggests more routine otoscopic ear checks for pet rabbits.
Rat tickling study reveals male-female differences in play
Rat tickling study reveals male-female differences in play

The research has important implications for refining animal welfare practices.
Experts call for action to reduce guinea pig stress
Experts call for action to reduce guinea pig stress

 A survey has revealed more than a third of owners can't recognise the signs.
Free resource packs to support guinea pig welfare
Free resource packs to support guinea pig welfare

 The resources have been launched to mark Guinea Pig Awareness Week.
Guinea Pig Awareness Week to return in October
Guinea Pig Awareness Week to return in October

This year's theme is 'Comfort, Care and Companionship'.
Stray snake reports expected to rise
Stray snake reports expected to rise

Owners urged to be extra vigilant as the weather warms up.
RSPCA calls for rabbit breeding regulations
RSPCA calls for rabbit breeding regulations

 The charity expressed concern during Rabbit Awareness Week.
Rabbit Awareness Week returns for 2025
Rabbit Awareness Week returns for 2025

This year's theme is 'Happy, Hoppy Homes'.
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NSA webinar explores sheep tailing and castration

The National Sheep Association (NSA) is to host a free webinar on the castration and tail docking of lambs.

The webinar, 'Understanding the tailing and castration consultation: A guide for sheep farmers', will be hosted online on Monday, 2 March 2026 at 7.30pm.

It comes during a government consultation into the methods used for these procedures. Farmers are encouraged to engage before the consultation period closes on Monday, 9 March 2026.

The webinar offers clear and actionable guidance to support farmers to contribute meaningfully to the consultation and prepare for potential changes.

On the panel will be former SVS president Kate Hovers, farmer and vet Ann Van Eetvelt and SRUC professor in Animal Health and Veterinary Sciences Cathy Dwyer. Each panel member will utilise their own specialism and expertise to evaluate risks and outcomes to sheep farming.

Find out more about the webinar on the NSA website.
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