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Chatter box The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. Chatter box

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Small Animal News
Raccoons solve puzzles for fun, study finds

They completed challenges even without a food reward.
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Apes engage in imaginative play, just like humans

Study suggests the ability to pretend likely dates back six million years.
Cow stuns scientists by using tools

Veronika taught herself to use a broom to scratch herself.
London Zoo primates open Christmas stockings

 The gorilla troop and monkeys received presents from zookeepers.
London Zoo opens spa-inspired capybara home

 Gizmo and Kiwi have explored their new luxury enclosure.
London Zoo's gorillas get Halloween pumpkin treat

Baby Venus tried her first ever pumpkin.
Orangutans learn bed-making from watching their mothers

Primates watch others and then practice constructions, study finds.
Female gorilla study challenges male power narrative

 Females were able to overpower male gorillas.
Canine TV habits vary by personality, study finds

 Dogs were most likely to react to on-screen animals.
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Applications open for BEVA Back in the Saddle

The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has opened applications for its 'Back in the Saddle' coaching programme.

The online scheme offers structured group coaching for members wanting to reflect on their career path and regain clarity. Members may be returning to work after leave, uncertain about next steps or reassessing direction.

Attendees will benefit from impartial guidance and practical tools to support their professional development. Members are encouraged to take a 'proactive, future-focused approach' to their careers.

The sessions, taking place on Wednesdays from 7.30pm-9pm, are open to BEVA members with more than five years' experience. The first session takes place on Wednesday, 3 June 2026.

Applications will close on Wednesday, 27 May 2026.
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