Equine Veterinarians Australia

26/08/2026

📣 Upcoming Webinar 📣

Beyond the storyline: What happened to the lessons we grew up with? What can they teach us about su***de prevention?

THRIVE presents our September webinar recognition of RU Ok? Day and World Su***de Prevention Day aligned to our PROTECT pillar – supporting those in need.

Many of us grew up with stories that taught us about friendship, courage, curiosity, and what becomes possible when people work together. Those stories shaped how we understand challenges and support others. Maybe those lessons have something to offer here.

The veterinary profession has stories too. Stories about su***de prevention, psychological health, workplace pressures, and the conditions that may influence whether people feel safe and connected throughout their careers. Some are grounded in evidence. Others are shaped by assumptions and incomplete understandings of a complex issue.

Drawing on current research, lived and living experience perspectives, and emerging insights from across the profession, this webinar explores what happens when we look beyond the storyline. Together, we will consider how psychosocial safety, early support, and collective action can contribute to a profession where people feel safe, valued, supported to grow, and able to speak up when something isn’t right.

📅 17th September 2026
⏰ 7 - 8pm AEST
💰FREE!!!

🔗 Register here

https://www.ava.com.au/event/beyond-the-storyline-what-happened-to-the-lessons-we-grew-up-with-what-can-they-teach-us-about-su***de-prevention

26/08/2026

🌸🐴 EVA SPRING MEETINGS ARE COMING! 🐴🌸

Spring is nearly here, and that means the EVA Spring Meetings are just around the corner!

Across Australia, our state meetings are a great opportunity to catch up with colleagues, hear from fantastic speakers, share ideas and enjoy some quality equine CPD.

📚 Great education
🐴 Equine-focused CPD
🤝 Catch up with colleagues
🍽️ And, importantly, good food!

Keep an eye on the EVA socials as we share details of the 2026 Spring Meetings around the country.



NSW

🔗 https://www.ava.com.au/event/eva-nsw-spring-state-meeting-dinner

24/08/2026

ℹ️ HORSE OWNER INFORMATION ℹ️

‼️. Wound Care – When Should You Call Your Vet? 🐴

Horses have an impressive talent for finding ways to injure themselves! (And they usually chose to do it at the weekend or at night!) Whilst every little bump and scrape may not require a veterinary visit, some wounds definitely warrant a call:

🚩 Full-thickness wounds
Wounds that go completely through the skin may need suturing, particularly when they are fresh. Early assessment gives your veterinarian the best options for treatment.

🚩 Wounds over or near a joint or tendon sheath
Even a small wound in these areas can be serious. Infection involving a joint or tendon sheath can become life-threatening, so contact your veterinarian promptly.

🚩 Significant or persistent bleeding
Blood can look dramatic, making blood loss difficult to judge. Apply firm, steady pressure with a clean dressing and contact your veterinarian if bleeding is significant or doesn’t stop.

🚩 Small wound, big lameness
Don’t judge an injury by the size of the wound. A tiny puncture can hide significant damage to a joint, tendon sheath, bone or other deeper structures.

🚩 Deep or contaminated wounds
Puncture wounds, wounds containing foreign material, or injuries caused by wire, fencing or other contaminated objects deserve veterinary advice.

💉 And don’t forget tetanus protection.
Any wound is a good reason to check that your horse’s tetanus vaccination is up to date. Your veterinarian can advise whether vaccination and/or tetanus antitoxin is appropriate.

💡 When in doubt, call your equine veterinarian. A photo can be helpful when discussing an injury, but it doesn’t always show how deep a wound is or what structures may be involved. Early veterinary assessment of traumatic wounds can make a very big difference. 🐴🩺

24/08/2026

Can restoring a lost gut microbe reduce pain in horses?

This pilot study tests whether fermented Limosilactobacillus reuteri improves equine gait scores in 20 Tasmanian horses — using AI-powered movement analysis to objectively measure the results.

Sponsored by Ceuticals

Register for this free webinar for AVA All Access and Flexi Members

https://www.ava.com.au/event/iva-webinar-the-relevance-of-administration-of-a-probiotic-limosilactobacillus-reuteri-in-relieving-musculoskeletal-pain-in-horses-dr-susan-peden

23/08/2026

📣 Upcoming Webinar 📣

🐄 The ACV have a webinar coming up which is also relevant to equine veterinarians 🐴

‼️How to keep doing your job without wrecking your body‼️

Morag Barr and Becky Dickinson

Cattle practice places significant physical demands on our bodies. This thought-provoking webinar introduces the concept of vetsas occupational athletes and explores how physical wellbeing influences fitness for practice and career longevity. Together, we’ll discuss the importance of recognising changes in physical health, encouraging open conversations and considering the shared role of individuals and employers in supporting long, healthy careers in cattle practice.

📅 1st September 2026
⏰Time: 8 pm - 9 pm AEST
ℹ️Place: Zoom
💰Free for all EVA All Access and Flexi members

🔗 Register here

https://www.ava.com.au/event/acv-webinar-how-to-keep-doing-your-job-without-wrecking-your-body-morag-barr-and-becky-dickinson

20/08/2026

🐴 PUBLIC HOLIDAY ADVENTURES…

While most of us were enjoying a slightly slower start to the public holiday, Sydney had other plans! 😬

Sydney managed to get himself well and truly caught over a gate, requiring some teamwork from EVA member Dr Paula Williams, his owner and some very helpful neighbours to get him out of his predicament.

With Sydney unable to free himself, the angle grinder came out and the gate was carefully cut apart to get him safely back on solid ground. 🛠️🐴

Thankfully, Sydney escaped his adventure relatively unscathed, although perhaps his showjumping career has ended before it even started. 😂

We hear he’s considering barrel racing next… 🤠

Never a dull moment in equine practice, even on a public holiday!

19/08/2026

🐴 We Are Only Human 🩺

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1696415488595054&id=100046798585329

Proud to stand behind the people who care for your horses?🐴💙

Randlab is honoured to support Sophie's Legacy by sponsoring their new “We’re Only Human” poster for the equine veterinary community.

The campaign shines a light on the very real emotional and physical challenges faced every day by equine vets, vet nurses and support staff. A timely reminder to all horse owners, trainers and riders: be kind and be respectful to the team doing their best for your horse.

The poster was previewed last week at the Equine Veterinarians Australia Bain Fallon Conference – a fitting place to start this important conversation.

Huge thanks to:
🔹 Dr James Meyer – for driving this great initiative
🔹 Rebecca Puvanendran – for making it happen
🔹 Dynamik Stallions – for donating the use of their magnificent German Riding Pony stallion and the venue
🔹Dr Sarah Cook (Baldivis Vet Hospital) – for volunteering as the poster’s spokesmodel
🔹 Jessie Lloyd Studios – for the beautiful photography

Sophie’s Legacy’s message is simple: let’s all pull together to save the people who save our animals.

📩 Want a FREE poster for your clinic, practice or stable?
Contact your local Randlab Rep or Randlab HQ, or order via the link below. Available as both hard (A2) or digital versions.
👉 https://us7.list-manage.com/survey?u=9b83dd90b909109ac4b20b7db&id=8d849fa8be&attribution=false

17/08/2026

🐴 WHO’S NEW IN THE ZOO? 🦓

Continuing our introductions to the three new members of the EVA Executive, it’s time to head north and meet our new Queensland representative.

🌟 Meet Dr Bruce Howlett – Queensland Representative

Bruce graduated from the University of Queensland in 1992 and worked in mixed practice in Queensland and Tasmania before returning to his hometown of Mackay in 2004, where he became a partner in Stabler and Howlett.

Stabler and Howlett serves horse and cattle clients across a vast area, stretching some 285 km south-west and north of Mackay, and its equine clientele includes many of the country’s elite campdraft competitors. Bruce’s particular areas of interest are equine reproduction and sports medicine.

In 2022, Bruce sold his share of the business to his younger partners and now works as a large animal consultant to Stabler and Howlett.

A member of the AVA since graduation and EVA since 2005, Bruce is a passionate advocate for EVA and is honoured to have the opportunity to give back to an organisation that has supported and sustained his career.

When he’s not working, you’ll find Bruce campdrafting, maintaining and driving his Jaguars 🚗, or visiting his children – Toni, a veterinarian in Esperance, WA, and Ben, a barista and hardcore singer on the Sunshine Coast. 🎤

Welcome to the EVA Executive, Bruce! 🐴👏

16/08/2026

🪰 As the fly season creeps up on us here in Australia ….🪰🪰

Effect of equine flysheets on fly avoidance behaviours, body temperature, stress level, 🪰and heart rate

Flysheet 🪰 use is common without any🪰 published scientific evidence to justify their use. 🪰

Objectives🪰

To demonstrate the effectiveness of flysheets at reducing fly 🪰avoidance behaviours and measuring changes in body temperature, heart rate, and cortisol levels.

https://beva.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/evj.70302

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