Vets with Horsepower hit the road again – This time for "The Italian Job"

The motorbiking team of equine vets known as Vets with Horsepower are revving up once more
for another epic charity mission—this time through Italy and Switzerland on their latest tour, aptly named "The Italian Job."

This dedicated group of experienced equine veterinarians and lecturers combine their passion for motorcycles with their commitment to continuing professional development (CPD) and charitable giving. Since their first tour in 2010, which covered all the UK veterinary schools at the time, they’ve been delivering affordable, high-quality CPD lectures while raising money for great causes - often covering hundreds of miles a day by bike to do so!

This year’s journey kicks off on 8th July in Lodi, Italy. From there, the team will visit:

·       Perugia

·       Sassari

·       Pisa

·       Zurich, Switzerland
...before wrapping up the adventure in Saarlouis, Germany on 17th July.

Even if you're not in Italy, you can still take part. On 8th July 2025, the team will be delivering a full day of top-tier equine CPD lectures in Lodi – and the event will also be live-streamed globally for online attendees.

Your registration fee (just £10 minimum) gives you access to:

·       Live streaming of the lectures on 8th July

·       On-demand access to the recorded sessions from 10th July until 31st August 2025

All proceeds go directly to support these five outstanding charity projects:

·       Saving the Survivors – providing veterinary care to animals affected by poaching in Africa

·       The Gambia Horse and Donkey Trust – supporting working equids and their owners through vet care and education

·       Mozambique Veterinary School – training the next generation of vets in Southern Africa

·       Changing Lives Malawi – improving education and opportunities for children

·       Shy Lowen Horse and Pony Sanctuary – offering rescue and rehabilitation for horses and therapeutic services for people

Please consider donating more if you’re able—every extra pound (or dollar) makes a real difference.

https://www.vetswithhorsepower.com/2025.html

Could You Help Shape the Future of Equine Science? Now’s Your Chance! Free webinar shows you how…

Horses Inside Out is on the lookout for passionate equine coaches, therapists, vets, and professionals just like you—people who bring science to life through real-world experience and a deep love for horses. If you’ve ever wanted to make a real difference in the field of equine science, this is your opportunity.

Presenting a scientific poster at a conference might sound like something only researchers do—but that’s not the case! As a busy equestrian professional, you may have thought your insights or field data wouldn’t be suitable. Think again.

The knowledge and information you gather in your day-to-day practice can be incredibly valuable. When analysed and presented effectively, it can influence future practices, inspire innovation, and help improve the welfare and performance of horses everywhere.

Could you create a scientific poster for the Horses Inside Out Conference 2026? Whether you have a case study, a small research project, or even practical field observations to share, your contribution matters.

To guide you through the process, Horses Inside Out are hosting a free live webinar with Professor Meriel Moore-Colyer. She’ll walk you through everything you need to know: 

• Choosing the right topic; 
• Structuring your poster; 
• Presenting your data clearly; 
• Making an impact with your message

📅 Date: Wednesday 21 May 2025
⏰ Time: 7pm–8pm (BST)
💻 Location: Online via Zoom

Don't miss this opportunity to gain the confidence and skills to create and present your own scientific poster. Let’s make equine science more accessible and practitioner-led.

Sign up now and get involved. Here is the link for the free webinar:

 https://www.horsesinsideout.com/events/mastering-scientific-posters

Free access to National Equine Forum live stream

The National Equine Forum (NEF) will be open to everyone this year through a free live stream. This annual event takes place on Thursday, 6th March 2025, at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) in London. A limited number of in-person tickets remain available, including discounted afternoon tickets for those in equestrian education.

“It is with huge thanks to our generous live streaming supporters that we have been able to offer the live stream free of charge this year,” said NEF Chairman Tim Brigstocke. “NEF is a not-for-profit event organised by a committee including many volunteers. 

 

“Our intention is to share educational, important and topical information with as many members of the equestrian sector as possible, to support progress and cohesion within the sector. With this year’s free live stream, together with our discounted live event afternoon tickets for educational establishments, we will be able to achieve our intention with even greater effect.”

This year’s NEF programme will cover key issues shaping the future of equestrianism, that should be relevant for everyone in the equestrian sector—professionals, amateurs, and horse owners alike. Highlights include:

• The Equine Industry in a Changing World: A Parliamentary perspective on the sector’s current status and a review of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
• Equine Health Updates: The latest information on some of the most serious disease threats to horses in the UK.
• Equine Feeds: A focus on feed safety and legality, the vital role of forage, and sources for reliable nutrition advice.
• Equine-Assisted Services: An in-depth look at the roles horses play, both ridden and unmounted, in supporting people.
• The Memorial Lecture: Case studies exploring how charities are collaborating to address emerging equine welfare challenges in Britain.
• The Sir Colin Spedding Award: Announcement of this year’s recipient.
• Q&A Sessions: Opportunities for attendees and live stream viewers to engage directly with the discussions.
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To register for the Live stream visit https://NEF25LS.eventbrite.co.uk   

 

or to book a face-to-face, all-day ticket go to: https://NEF25.eventbrite.co.uk

 

Further information can be found on the NEF website.  

https://www.nationalequineforum.com/forum-2025/

Equine feed manufacturer announces free webinar series

 

 The SPILLERS™ Brand has announced a new series of free nutrition webinars designed to
elevate horse owners’ understanding of equine nutrition and wellbeing. 

 

The four webinars, to be held over the winter months, promise to provide valuable insights from nutrition, veterinary and welfare experts. 

 

The first webinar Forage fundamentals will be held on 24th October 2024, led by equine nutrition expert, Sarah Nelson. She will explore the role of forage in the horse’s diet, covering essential topics such as the different types of forage, their nutritional value, and how to choose the most suitable type and amount of forage for different horses and ponies. 

 

“This webinar is the perfect opportunity for horse owners to deepen their understanding of forage management and in turn, be better placed to support their horse’s digestive health and wellbeing,” said Sarah Nelson.

 

The first webinar will be followed by: 

 

Stabling horses: Can we do it better? – 21st November 2024, with Isabel Harker, head of the SPILLERS Care-Line team, and Sarah Hallsworth, Equine Behaviour Manager at Redwings Horse Sanctuary

Caring for the senior horse – 16th January 2025, with SPILLERS Nutritionist and Product Manager, Sarah Nelson, and Professor Pat Harris, a leading authority on veterinary clinical nutrition and senior horse nutrition.

Spring into action: Effective strategies to help your horse shed the pounds – 27th February 2025, with SPILLERS Nutrition Advisor, Isabel Harker, and Nicky Jarvis, Head of Veterinary and Care at Redwings Horse Sanctuary. 

 

To register visit: https://www.spillers-feeds.com/webinars

Online Seminars from Horses Inside Out

Horses Inside Out have announced a series of online seminars to be held later this year. With
three expert speakers, these seminars are aimed at equine professionals and promise to enhance your knowledge in equine health, welfare, genetics, and performance.

 

Understanding Orthopaedic Problems with Dr Jessica Kidd : Saturday, 7 October 2023 

Dr Jessica Kidd will share her extensive knowledge of orthopaedic issues in horses, including caudal neck pain, neuropathic pain, and Wobbler's Syndrome. She will also address regenerative medicine, dispelling myths about joint injections and stem cell therapy. The seminar will cover common problem areas in horses such as the back, kissing spines, supraspinous ligament desmopathy, facet joint arthritis, and the sacroiliac region.

https://www.horsesinsideout.com/understanding-orthopaedic-problems

 

Nature Versus Nurture - Genetic Insights with Dr Andrew Hemmings : Saturday, 4 November 2023. 

Discover the fascinating world of equine genetics with Dr Andrew Hemmings. The seminar will explore evolutionary perspectives on anatomy, management, and behaviour in horses. You will learn about the inheritance of simple traits, such as coat colour, and delve into more complex traits like racing performance and abnormal behaviours, all while examining the interaction between genes and the environment.

https://www.horsesinsideout.com/nature-nurture

 

Equine Comfort and Performance with Dr Chris Pearce & Gillian Higgins : Saturday, 2 December 2023. 

This one-day seminar will focus on the integral role of dentistry, bridle fit, and understanding anatomy in equine comfort and performance. Dr Chris Pearce and Gillian Higgins will discuss the complex anatomical and biomechanical connections of the horse's head and how it can impact the rest of the body and performance. Dental disease, bit, and bridle fit can affect performance, and recognizing signs of discomfort is crucial.

https://www.horsesinsideout.com/getahead

Free webinars from Marion duPont Equine Medical Centre

 The Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center has announced a series of “Tuesday Talks” over the next few months.

 Topics to be covered are:

 

Tuesday, February 14:

Jennifer Barrett, DVM, Ph.D., DACVS, DACVSMR - “Let's Get Moving! Regenerative medicine for orthopedic injuries”

"From stem cells to blood-based biologics, the choices for treating tendon, ligament, and joint injuries are myriad. Learn the biology behind the therapies, most notably the evidence supporting their use."  

 

Tuesday, March 14: 

Elizabeth MacDonald, BVMS, MS, DACVIM (LAIM) - “The Scoop on Loose Poop: Equine Diarrhea”

"Diarrhea in the horse can range from mild chronic diarrhea to acute severe diarrhea. The common causes of diarrhea in the horse will be reviewed, along with ways to diagnose the underlying cause, and when to become concerned as an owner." 

 

Tuesday, April 11: 

Megan Marchitello, DVM - “Equine Respiratory Disease: It’s a lung story”

"An overview of the equine respiratory tract and common pathology".

 

Tuesday, May 9: 

Teresa Hopfgartner, DVM “Lumps and Bumps - Common Equine Skin Tumors”

"While cancer is not as prevalent in horses as it is in humans, cancers of the skin are fairly common in horses and most of them are easy to spot. We will be discussing the most common skin tumors in horses - sarcoids, squamous cell carcinomas and melanomas - in horses and discuss how (surgical) treatment is applied and what you can expect following treatment."

 

Each presentation starts at 7 p.m. (EST), will be about one hour long, and is free to attend. Although it is possible to attend in person, a webinar link is also available.

For more details, and to register, go to:

https://aimsbbis.vt.edu/tuesday-talks-2023