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NEHS 2011 survey reveals top findings
2012 survey planned

The animal welfare charity Blue Cross has published the results of its most recent National Equine Health Survey (NEHS), which is the third such nationwide survey to be undertaken by the charity. The survey was conducted from 14th to 20th November 2011 and drew data from 5,699 horse and ponies and 286 donkeys and mules, which is the largest sample ever assembled by the NEHS.

The British Horse Society, The Pony Club and British Riding Clubs have all pledged their support for the initiative, and Pfizer Animal Health has also announced that it will be sponsoring the 2012 surveys. The next census week is planned for 7th to 13th May 2012. All keepers and owners of horses are welcome to participate and details will remain anonymous. To register, please visit www.bluecross.org.uk/NEHS or email NEHS@bluecross.org.uk

Commenting, Chief Executive of the British Horse Society Graham Cory said “NEHS is already proving to be a valuable guide on the general health of horses and ponies in this country. The British Horse Society and British Riding Clubs are proud to support the project and we hope that all our members will recognise the importance of taking part in the next survey in May.”

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 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. 

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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.