Horse owners in the UK are being invited to take part in a new project to help improve the management of the skin and flesh wounds that are a common type of emergency in horses.
Researchers at the School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, University of Nottingham have teamed up with the equine charity, The British Horse Society, to launch the Equine Wound Project online today, Monday 1stOctober 2018.
Wounds are a common emergency problem in the horse, but at present there is no clear guidance available for owners about which types need to be treated by a vet, how long different wounds take to heal, or if the horse will return to normal work. It can be very difficult for owners to make an informed decision about what to do, particularly at a time when they may be feeling distressed about their horse’s wellbeing.
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