EquiScope

ARE WE FAILING OUR HORSES?

The RSPCA (England & Wales) has published a report on their research looking at the persistent equine welfare crisis affecting thousands of horses across England and Wales.

Key Findings:

Widespread Welfare Issues: Many horses suffer from obesity, lack of turnout, gastric ulcers, delayed euthanasia, limited social interaction, and rough handling.

The research identified four primary drivers:

• Knowledge Gaps: A significant number of horse keepers lack the necessary practical knowledge and experience to meet their horses' welfare needs.

• Supply-Demand Mismatch: Overpopulation of certain breeds, like Thoroughbreds, contrasts with a scarcity of leisure 'all-rounders', leading to welfare concerns.

• Inadequate Facilities: Limited access to proper turnout, grazing, and socialisation negatively affects horses' well-being.

• Lifetime Welfare Planning: Insufficient planning for horses' lifetime care results in premature or delayed euthanasia, abandonment, or poor end-of-life care.

Addressing this crisis requires effort from governments, local authorities and the equine community. Strengthening legislation, improving how laws are enforced, and promoting education on equine welfare are all crucial steps to ensure every horse has a good life.

It is time for everyone to step up! It's our responsibility to recognise and address these challenges. By improving our understanding of equine behaviour, welfare and training, we can all make a difference to the lives of horses.

The full RSPCA report is now online, and every horse owner should read it.

🎉 CURRENT CLIENT OFFER 🎉

As the festive season approaches I want to offer something back to YOU - my wonderful loyal clients. I will be offering scopes at just £90 until the end of February. This is ideal for anyone who wants to check their horse in the quieter season, or if any niggles have cropped up over the summer that are making you query ulcers. I don't tend to do things like scope days as I don't like being rushed during appointments so this is a rare opportunity to get my usual service at a reduced price!
Drop me a message to book in or catch up 😊

The boring bits -
🐴 You must be a current client who has had a scope with me before
🐴 Your horse must not have been scoped by me in the last 6 months
🐴 Offer expires 28th February 2025, scopes must be booked and taken place before this date
🐴 Usual visit fee may apply, but sedation is included in this price

I am doing a free ulcer talk and scope demonstration next Friday at Croft Top Equestrian. All welcome!

We have something special for you next Friday !!
**Evening Talk & Scoping Demo **
Latest on Equine Gastric Ulcers – join us to find out more and see a scoping - LIVE!
Thankyou to Dengie Horse Feeds we have guest
speakers:
Jessica Weigh BVetMed MRCVS, from EquiScope will provide an overview on ulcers – signs, diagnosis, treatment, management & perform a live scoping.
Dengie Horse Feeds - Claire Akers MSc, Performance Horse Nutritionists from Dengie will offer the latest advice on feeding and dietary management to promote digestive health.
Dengie Horse Feeds - Steph Wright

Location: Croft Top Equestrian Centre,
Stonefold Village, Accrington, Lancs, BB5 2DP

Friday 18th August

Time: 6pm – 8pm,

Cafe open ✅
Bar open ✅

Please let us know your interest by a comment below so we have rough guide of numbers.😊 everyone welcome