Cambridge Equine Veterinary Society

We had a lovely morning learning how to body condition score using our very lovely Merton Hall Farm ponies.

Thank you to everyone who attended and a massive thank you to Katie from Dengie!

As always a huge thank you to Phoebe, Mylo, Roci and Joe for being so good and a special thank you to Sam for making this all possible!

Reminder to our Cambridge students to get committee applications in by the end of the weekend! Here are the details of the roles available:

CEVS Executive Committee (for those going into 5th year):
President (currently Lauren Willis) - responsible for overseeing the running of the society including planning talks, practical sessions and sponsorship
Vice President (currently Ben Turner) - aids the president in the running of the society and helping to plan talks and practicals
Treasurer (currently Jasmin Brooks) - manages the bank account, funds and sponsorship
Secretary (currently Charlotte Palmer) - responsible for maintaining meeting minutes and aiding organisation of the society including talks, practicals and sponsorship
Publicity Officer (currently Becca Hayward) - responsible for keeping the social media pages active and sharing CEVS talks/events plus posts from sponsors

CEVS Pre-Clinical Rep (for those going into 2nd or 3rd year) - to share talks/events with pre-clinical students and plan events that are inclusive for pre-clins and encourage pre-clin involvement.

BEVA and BSEVA Rep 2022-24 (for those going into 3rd year [or 2nd year if a graduate]) - aid the senior rep in organising BEVA vet school tour and sharing BSEVA events. Become senior rep 23-24. Currently Ollie Bardsley is senior rep and Sammie Lam is junior.

If you’re interested in applying, please complete this Google Form with a manifesto: https://forms.gle/LkAcsV2qqwp9dtNz5 . If you have any problems with the form or are unable to make a manifesto in time, get in touch with Lauren (lcw43).

If you have any other questions or issues then please just us know.

Join us next Tuesday (May 17th) for our last CEVS event of the year!!
We’re excited to be joined by Claire Martin, equine physiotherapist and owner of Blue Cat Equestrian, for both a talk and a practical session on equine physiotherapy!
You are welcome to come to either one or both parts of the evening and all years are welcome. Sign up for food and/or practical attendance here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1IVen-diL1EXiWLJ4h8Z3z-ysiLkXRLvn89xALwVdJZI/edit?usp=sharing
This talk, and the ability to have pizza, is very kindly sponsored by BVA this week!

Thank you so so much to our lovely sponsors for coming to talk to us tonight about Gastric Ulcers and their importance in the equine industry. Thank you also for the newly-repurposed hats too 🤩🤩🤩

Liphook Equine Hospital and Dengie Horse Feeds invite you to a Virtual Educational Evening on:

𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗢𝗯𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 - 𝗔 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗺𝗯!

𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝘁 𝟳𝗽𝗺

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲 & 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 ‘𝗭𝗢𝗢𝗠’ 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴

Equine obesity is a growing and serious problem in the UK horse population. Help keep your horse and pony at a healthy weight this spring and reduce the risk of conditions such as EMS and laminitis.

𝗧𝗼 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲, 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗼𝗻
𝟬𝟭𝟰𝟮𝟴 𝟳𝟮𝟯𝟱𝟵𝟰, 𝗼𝗿 𝘃𝗶𝗮 𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗮.𝘄𝗶𝗹𝘀𝗼𝗻@𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗵.𝗰𝗼.𝘂𝗸.

CEVS's last talk of term is from Equicall. We are excited to welcome them to talk to us about out of hours in equine veterinary practice and what it's like to practice as a vet for them.
The talk will start at 17:45pm, with drinks and pizza to be served after and the opportunity to discuss OOHs with the speakers!
Sign up Using the link below:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-PFDWCAGyCa7LBq5Tii8v0PlX-VS45OCaSACYtPniAo/edit?usp=sharing

Learn how to carry out an equine abdominal ultrasound scan using the FLASH method as part of a final year project. Participants will complete a short online tool and then practise scanning equine abdomens, where the functionality of the online tool will be assessed.

When? Friday mornings 4th OR 11th March
Where? Merton Hall Farm and the Cambridge Equine Hospital
Who? Primarily clinical years, but open to all

Sign up: https://forms.gle/yeWp23AttCJ8K9vL9

CEVS are very excited to welcome our own Rachael Mckinney to talk to us about Donkey Medicine! Rachael graduated from Bristol, completed a rotating internship and then worked for several years at Redwings Horse Sanctuary. Rachael is passionate about donkeys, particularly why they aren't just small horses in clinical practice!

Sign up to the talk below: come to the SRC for 6pm for food, with the talk to start at 6:30pm. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ZuCxAJ1uKFB70Em0QSXh_SiaoJQvUuiygEvrvMAOKh4/edit?usp=sharing

Last few days to get your hands on CEVS stash!!! If you want something warm or practical for EMS we’ve got you covered.
Order with this form below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfyjFp7DNUJyoK9XsZH1DjM0bonKE_Ik4ocPP4b3tvO2SMhZw/viewform

CEVS are excited to welcome Dr Nicky Housby Skeggs. Nicky qualified from the RVC before joining the Royal Army Veterinary Corps. She is now veterinary director at The Horse Trust, and we are excited to welcome her to talk to us about emergency rescue and trauma care.
Come to the SRC for food at 6pm with the talk to start at 6:30pm
Sign up using the link below:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NO3KAI8tzuIkU0RONS4LaAZIF7pnmannzFc8Hxj4RLU/edit?usp=sharing

STASH!!! Do you want to get your hands on a soft shell or gilet like the committee? Or maybe a polo shirt for EMS?
Fill in the form here: https://forms.gle/vjaFrdTiAV2aeLgL6
Closing date for stash ordering is Sunday 13th February so get ordering now!

Hey guys! RVC equine is desperately looking for students for clinical EMS over the Xmas period ( 18th Dec - 2nd Jan) - accommodation will be provided and there is usually also a Christmas dinner!

This should also count as ‘away’ on your ems forms 🤩

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Fowarded message:

I hope you are doing well. We traditionally offer 2 weeks of EMS for national and international students which are usually very popular. Unfortunately, this year we had a lot of cancellations and are urgently looking for additional students to join us. The Hospital can be quite busy and it is a great opportunity to gain more experience and to get to know clinicians and residents as it is more informal than during regular rotations.

Interested students should get in touch with Anthony Cooper or me, if there are any questions. Iris and Kate, our current interns, spent Christmas with us last year and they would be happy to talk to anybody about the experience.

Thank you very much and best regards,

Bettina


Dr Bettina Dunkel, DVM, PhD, Dip ACVIM, Dip ECEIM, Dip ACVECC, FHEA, MRCVS

Associate Professor in Equine Medicine

Head of RVC Equine



RVC Equine

Hawkshead Lane

North Mymms

Hatfield

AL9 7TA

01707 666297

[email protected]

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CEV's fourth talk of term is from Andrew Crawford. Andrew is the director at Sussex Equine Hospital, having studied at the RVC and completing an RCVS Certificate in Equine Orthopaedic Surgery. Andrew's big interests lie in difficult to resolve lamenesses.
We are excited to welcome him to talk to us about lameness evaluation and orthopaedic surgery.

Food will be at 5:30pm, with the talk to start at 6:00pm. Sign Up using the link below: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1y8tNGL9MB4Vdu9o71WMT_dH4nSTFg09lzJOG5P6H3D4/edit?usp=sharing

If you are a member of CUVS then the talk is included. If not then please transfer £1 to the account below:
Name: Cambridge Equine Veterinary Society
Sort Code: 52-41-19
Account Number: 43145094
If you cannot attend the talk in person, you can watch the talk live: https://cambridgelectures.cloud.panopto.eu/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=bc999bfb-e18a-4417-8bcf-add400ba88c1

In-person attendance automatically counts towards clinical EMS for 4th-6th year. If you watch online, you can email [email protected] with screenshots (include the time if possible) of the start, middle, and end of the talk and we will count it towards your EMS.

All previous 2021-22 CEVS talks can be found in this folder: https://cambridgelectures.cloud.panopto.eu/.../List.aspx...

This event is for Cambridge University Students only.

CEVS is excited to welcome Bruce Bladon to talk to us about his experience as an Equine surgical vet attending and supporting the Rio 2016 Olympics. Bruce is a well-renowned specialist in equine surgery and is now the hospital director at Donnington Grove Veterinary Group in Newbury.

Come to the SRC for 6pm for food, with talk to start at 6:30pm.

If you are a member of CUVS then the talk is included. If not then please transfer £1 to the account below:
Name: Cambridge Equine Veterinary Society
Sort Code: 52-41-19
Account Number: 43145094

As always there is a limit on numbers for the in-person talk so please sign up using the link below:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_i9JhHg3vCgJN5goJlIrVOsYF8PDSY_B07ws4M5u0IQ/edit?usp=sharing

If you cannot attend the talk in person, you can watch the talk live: https://cambridgelectures.cloud.panopto.eu/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=455bf6cc-9fa3-4426-9c87-adc900fd6cfa

In-person attendance automatically counts towards clinical EMS for 4th-6th year. If you watch online, you can email [email protected] with screenshots (include the time if possible) of the start, middle, and end of the talk and we will count it towards your EMS.

All previous 2021-22 CEVS talks can be found in this folder: https://cambridgelectures.cloud.panopto.eu/Panopto/Pages/Sessions/List.aspx =%221ae8ddef-6e3b-4d11-a82d-ac4d00ef9ece%22

This talk is for Cambridge University Members Only

We are looking forward to our next talk on Friday next week from our own David Williams on equine ophthalmology.
Is the link below to sign up for the talk:
below:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1xC2tDxh-nIcsPjoujB4cPrPcdDXGZ2HBh8VoJmf0qgE/edit?usp=sharing

This event is for Cambridge University Students only.

The committee got together today to discuss some practical stuff coming up this term. We are currently running refresher skill sessions on Friday mornings for the 5th years to run through OSCE skills.

Hopefully sessions including first aid, talking to clients in emergencies and lameness work ups will be released for student sign ups soon too!

PUBLICITY: Becca Hayward

ABOUT: Hi! I’m Becca, a fifth year vet from a robinson. I have really enjoyed the clinical side of equine medicine, hence why I decided to join CEVS. I am really looking forward to letting you guys know about all the exciting stuff we have going on this year. So keep your eye out on Instagram and Facebook!

FAVOURITE VET SCHOOL HORSE: Ash

FUN FACT: horses don’t have a gallbladder, just like me!

TREASURER: Jasmin Brooks (she/her)

ABOUT: ‘Hi I’m Jasmin, a fifth year vet from Magdalene and the new treasurer for CEVS 2021/22. Growing up around horses my whole life has meant I’ve learnt a lot over the years! One of times I’ve not felt like an imposter at vet school has been in Equine clinical skills, so I can’t wait to share these skills with you during CEVS practical sessions so you feel the same!’

FAVOURITE VET SCHOOL HORSE: Guasuncha

FUN FACT: Unicorns are the national animal of Scotland

SECRETARY: Charlotte Palmer (she/ her)

ABOUT: Charli is a fifth year vet at Caius.
“I’m super excited to be getting involved with CEVS this year. I love spending time with the vet school horses outside of practicals and can’t wait to share that love with you all!”

FAVOURITE VET SCHOOL HORSE: Rocky

FUN FACT: some Arabian horses have fewer lumbar vertebrae and ribs than other breeds

VICE- PRESIDENT: Ben Turner

ABOUT: Ben is a fifth year vet from Robinson. When asked why he’s looking forward to being part of CEVS, Ben replied “Well horses got me into vet med!” Ben has already got some exciting talks lined up for us this term (announcement soon!).

FAVOURITE VET SCHOOL HORSE: Gary

FUN FACT: cladistically speaking we are all fish, horses are fish, donkeys are fish, mules are fish hybrids. We are more closely related to some "fish" than some fish are to other "fish."

PRESIDENT: Lauren Willis (she/her)

ABOUT: Lauren is a fifth year vet at Newnham and is very excited about being our CEVS president this year! She is particularly looking forward to organising exciting talks and practicals that will include all years.

FAVOURITE VET SCHOOL HORSE: Milo

FUN FACT: Apparently in Rosario, Argentina horses are required by law to wear hats when it's hot outside!

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀 🐴
Some horses are naturally more susceptible to problem hooves, whilst other horse owners report reduced hoof growth or quality following specific problems such as laminitis 😔

The key nutrients required for healthy hooves include
✅ biotin
✅ calcium
✅ methionine
✅ zinc
and supplying all these nutrients at optimum levels is important for improving hoof quality.

𝗧𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗗𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲: https://www.dengie.com/news-articles/feed-advice/feed-the-laminitis-horse-to-promote-healthy-hooves/

This month on our website, we are giving you the chance to win a Dengie branded jacket, rug and saddlecloth 🤩

ENTER HERE 👉 https://www.dengie.com/july-2021-competition/
Competition will close at 11.59pm on 31st July 2021