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BARTA’s Jim Green and Dr Nigel Haizelden recently travelled to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to support the Saudi Equestrian Authority (SEA). As well as a racecourse and equine hospital, there are around 15,000 horses in the immediate area, many who suffer injury through transportation and road traffic collisions. Sponsored by the SEA, training was available for trainers, vets and emergency service workers. Over 3 days of training 100 delegates came to learn, generating a huge level of wider interest. Jim said, “The opportunity to demonstrate the value of preparing for emergencies involving animals in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was a huge privilege for both Nigel and myself. At the recent BARTA conference we welcomed members of initiatives from around the world and we are excited to develop new collaborations with our friends and colleagues in the Middle East. Saudi Arabia … Continue reading →