Helping keep our UK horses’ future healthy
Abstract
The London 2012 Olympics are just around the corner and equine health, welfare and disease control are generating active debate within the equine and veterinary industry.
With the nation's primary focus on biose-curity measures and the prevention of exotic disease entering the UK, leading animal charity Blue Cross, together with the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA), continues to work at grassroots level to raise awareness of the serious issue of endemic disease.
The Blue Cross’ National Equine Health Survey (NEHS) helps to inform the veterinary industry by identifying trends in equine health. The third NEHS, which is being run with support from Pfizer Animal Health, takes place during the week 7–13 May 2012. It is the first survey of its kind to collect information on common, non-notifiable diseases and while participation is continuing to increase since the initiative was launched in 2010, the support of veterinary practices is still needed in encouraging their clients to get involved.
NEHS provides us with a unique insight into the world of the horse owner and, as such, cannot be underestimated. There is much we can learn from owners — and the results will inform future research, interventions and educational initiatives.
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