Anthelmintic (wormer) resistance is a growing problem affecting the health and welfare of livestock and horses but what is it and what does it mean? The Moredun Research Institute has teamed up with animator Selina Wagner (Blobina Animations) to create a short film highlighting the important elements involved in the development and spread of anthelmintic resistance as well as the crucial messages on sustainable methods of worm control.
Professor Jacqui Matthews of the Moredun Research Institute, Scotland explains why high burdens of encysted small redworm, if left unchecked, can turn your horse’s large intestine into a life-threatening ‘big leaky tea bag’.
Wocket Woy says clean your fields! 💩🐴 Here's why you should try and poo pick every day...
Wormer resistance is a major threat to horse health across the world. But what is it and what can we do about it? Watch our short video to find out more:
How have you been keeping your horses cool and hydrated in the heat? This is one of our homebred Highland ponies, Bertie, who loves bobbing for apples! #horsehealth #playingitcool
Fancy a look around our busy lab? Usually a hive of activity we freeze framed the action so you could get a better view!