NEWS NEWS BITES CPD EVENT, SATURDAY 25TH NOVEMBER.


The relationship between equine vets and farriers took another giant step forward recently as equine vets gathered at theBFBAheadquarters, Stoneleigh Park, for aground-breaking farrier-led CPDevent. Mark CaldwellPhDFWCF guided a group of experienced equine vets through the forces acting on the hoof capsule and the ways in which they can be manipulated to address sub-optimal conformation and orthopaedic problems. The afternoon’s practical demonstration of assessing and shoeing ahorse with chronic lameness clearly illustrated the complexities and challenges facing both farriers and vets, and howco-operation between the two professions is central to managing these difficult cases. The day also provided opportunities for


collaborative discussion around the opportunities for developing integrated inter-disciplinary case management as part of day to day veterinary practice. Mutual respect and effective, direct communication between vets and farriers were agreed to be essential components


REDWINGS REMEMBERS MOMENTOUS AMERSHAM RESCUE 10 YEARS ON


RedwingsHorseSanctuary is lookingforward toaspecial year of commemorationwhenit marks the 10-yearanniversary ofone of themost notorious rescues in the charity’s history. On9th January2008, ateamof32Redwings’


staff responded to an urgent call for helpfromthe RSPCAto assist with the rescue of over100horses anddonkeys foundlivingin horrific conditions at Spindle Farm, inAmersham,Buckinghamshire. Theanimalswere discovered in varyingstates


ofemaciation, coveredin liceand sufferingfrom overgrownfeet.The carcasses of over30horses and donkeys,whohadsadly succumbedto illness or injury before their plightwasuncovered, laid aroundthem. Simply put, itwas theworst case of neglect


Redwings’ rescue teamshadever seen. This case also sawthe first effective use of new


powers under theAnimalWelfareAct2006, which enabled the removal of animals fromsituations where they are suffering or are highly likely to suffer as authorised byaveterinary surgeon, to ensure every single horse anddonkeywas transported to places of safety as quickly as possible. Redwings initially took 21 of themost ill and


vulnerable equines back to itsHorse Hospital at its Norfolk headquarters forimmediate treatment. Over the next fewyears, the charity


would offerasafe foreverhome to60horses anddonkeys fromSpindle Farm, aswell as six foals born to rescuedmares. Despite their terrible ordealsand extensive


veterinary treatment, an incredible58Amersham survivors remain inRedwings’ care 10 years on–46horses anddonkeys are enjoying life at theSanctuary,while afurther 12 have been rehomed to lovingGuardianhomes through the charity’sGuardianship Scheme. James Gray, theowner of Spindle Farm,was sentencedto sixmonthsimprisonment, plus an


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additionaltwomonths for later abscondingfromcourt, ordered topay costs of£400,000andbannedfrom keepinghorses for life–themaximumpenalty available to the court for nine charges of causingunnecessary suffering toanimals andtwocharges of failingto protectanimals frompain, injury, sufferinganddisease. His son,James Jr,was also convictedof


identical charges (althoughhewould later be acquitted oftwocharges) andwas sentenced to an 18-month supervisionorder, whileJames Gray’s wife, Julie,andtwodaughters JodieandCordelia were also foundguilty oftwocounts of failing to protect animals with each ordered toundertake 150hours of community service.Thefamilywas banned fromkeepinghorses for 10 years. Redwings will be remembering the landmark


rescueand celebrating the survivors withaspecial series of activities andevents throughout2018, including the launchofanewfundto help care for the Amershamhorses anddonkeys for the next 10 years. Supporters will be able to purchase exclusive


gifts inspired by theAmershamsurvivors, contribute toacharitable art sale, attendamemorial serviceandenjoy specialmeets andgreets with someof the adorablehorsesand donkeys at Redwings’ visitor centres across the country. LynnCutress,Redwings’ ChiefExecutive, said:


“Redwings isacharity100%funded by donations and the outpouringof support following the rescue was overwhelming.We’renowappealing for the public to showtheir generosity again bydonating to ourAmersham10 fund sowecanensure thatwe cancontinue to care for ourAmershamsurvivors for the next decade.Wehope everyone will enjoy all the activitiesandevents thatwe’re planning for this very special commemorative year.” To contribute to theAmersham10 fund, text


‘AMSH10 £10’ to70070todonate £10, call 01508481000or visitwww.redwings.org.uk


of aproductiveworking relationship. Feedback fromdelegates commented


particularly on the science-based content of the lectures and the insight given by the practical session into the process ofworking up a lameness case fromthe farrier’s perspective More farrier-ledCPDevents are being


planned for2018–please email sally. hodgson@hooknortonvets.co.ukto be kept informed about up-coming events.


WASHBROOK FARM ARE


DELIGHTED TO ANNOUNCE THE RUNNING OF THE ASTON LE WALLS BEER & GIN FESTIVAL AND FAMILY FUN WEEKEND 2018!


An action packed weekend including: • Beer&Gin Festival: arange of local real ales (including somefromlocal micro-breweries) as well as alarge selections of gins fromaround the continent plus anormal bar as well!


• Battle of the bands (Friday Night): whether you areabudding musician or just enjoy anight with live music, this is one for you! Entries for battle of the bands open Mid-February. The winning junior/senior band or solo artist will both win arecording session and our local music studio!


•UAShowJumping (Sunday Daytime): With heights from40cmup to 120cm, plus somefun classes including the high jump! Pre-entry required, entries nowopen onwww.horsemonkey.com


• Schools Team&Individual ShowJumping (Sunday Daytime): Heights from70cmup to 110cm!


•UADressage (Saturday Daytime): Classes fromPrelim- Elementary! Entries open nowonwww.horsemonkey.com


• Combined Training Competition (Saturday Daytime): Classes fromPre- intro to pre-novice, entries nowopen onwww.horsemonkey.com


• Eventer Challenge&The Eventers Grand Prix (Saturday Daytime):An exciting mix of showjumping and cross country!! Entries open nowon www.horsemonkey.com


•Working Dog Displays and Competitions (Saturday Daytime)! • Have ago at dog agility (Sunday Daytime) • Family Dog Show(Sunday Daytime) • Kids Corner (throughout): Treasure chest challenge, Hook-a-duck,Welly Wanging, Penalty shoot out, Bouncy Castle


• Trade stands (throughout) • Live Music All weekend (including regularALWfavourite- Mike Skilbeck!) • DJ (Saturday Night) • Camping available • Onsite and Local stabling available! ANDSOMUCHMORE!


HORSE OF THE YEAR SHOW 2018 QUALIFIERS ANNOUNCED


Asweenter theNewYear, the countdownto the2018 seasonhas started and begins with the announcement of theHorse of the YearShow(HOYS)2018 showingqualifiers which are listedontheHOYSwebsite here: http://hoys.co.uk/ competitor-zone/showing-qualifiers/ Competitorsupanddownthe country will contest the qualifiers, heldbetween


March and September, inabid to secure their place at“TheWorld’sMost Famous HorseShow”which takes place from3rd–7thOctober2018 at theGenting Arena, Birmingham’sNEC. Once again, all results fromHOYSqualifiers will be entered into the league


tables for theHOYSAwardsSeries.These prestigiousAwards recognise and honour thosewhoperformconsistentlywell throughout thequalifyingseason. Anannouncement regarding theawards will be released in due course.More information will be released indue course. Tickets forHorse of theYearShow2018 willgoonsale in theNewYear for


whatpromises to be another exceptional event.ForShowinformation,visitwww. hoys.co.ukorcall02476858205.


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