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Royal Redwings foal enjoys first frolic
Monarch and Majesty celebrated their own royal occasion - Monarch's first turn out.

Young Monarch is progressing well after a traumatic start in life.

A foal born at Redwings Horse Sanctuary has royally enjoyed his first turn out on grass, just in time for the Queen's Jubilee celebrations.

Monarch, born at Redwings and named in honour of the Queen's 70th anniversary, experienced grass for the first time at one of the charity's Norfolk sites.

Monarch's mother, an 11-year-old mare named Majesty, came into the care of Redwings after being hit by a car in Essex whilst pregnant. Majesty had suffered a broken nose and chest injuries, and was discovered stuck in some railings on the central reservation. 

Nicola Berryman, welfare veterinary surgeon at Redwings, commented on the regal pair's ordeal: “It’s wonderful to see them both doing so well after all mum Majesty went through, and the tricky start mum and foal had when Monarch was born.

“They had some initial problems with him feeding and needed a little bit of extra help and support, which does sometimes happen with the mares who come into us in foal.

“He’s a strapping boy, who’s growing quickly who will soon tower over his mum!

“We were all overjoyed when Monarch was born, and we know those who have followed their story so far will love to see them galloping together and frolicking in their new field.”

The charity is asking the public to consider donating to the cause, so that more horses like Majesty and Monarch can receive a second chance at life. Any donations can be made via the Redwings website. 

 

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.