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Support for equine research

The Veterinary Record, May 27, 2006 Over £1 million will support new research projects covering a wide range of issues of interest to the racing and breeding industries. Among this year’s new projects, the HBLB and the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association will jointly support a research project that aims to develop a test for cyathostome worm infections in thoroughbreds. Other new projects will consider the causes of joint injuries and fractures, with the ultimate aim of developing practical training advice to help prevent injuries. One study aims to develop a videoendoscope system designed to investigate common respiratory problems, including upper airway obstruction. A total of £342,000 will support postgraduate equine veterinary education through the award of two new clinical scholarships and two new research scholarships. The HBLB will continue to support surveillance for infectious diseases by the Animal Health Trust, and will renew its sponsorship of the annual congress of the British Equine Veterinary Association. It will also publish its annual codes of practice for the avoidance of venereal diseases in thoroughbreds. The HBLB’s chairman, Mr Robert Hughes, said that the board’s commitment to improving the welfare of racing and breeding thoroughbreds was demonstrated through its continued support for veterinary research, education and disease surveillance. News & Reports