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Dentistry

Dentistry

Equine teeth are extremely important as the horse uses them to eat for around 18 hours a day...

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Worming Protocol

Worming Protocol

Worming treatments and management advice from our equine vets.

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Pregnant Mares

Pregnant Mares

Information about the process from pre-foaling through to the 3 stages of foaling.

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Castration

Castration

Some helpful information about castration from surgery through to the behaviour of the horse following the operation.

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Geriatric Horse Care

Geriatric Horse Care

Horses aged 15 and over may be classed as ‘aged’ however we all know that doesn’t necessarily mean they slow down at this age!

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Winter Colic Prevention

Winter Colic Prevention

Colic can of course occur at any time of day and year, but there are many different types of colic that we see.

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Wounds

Wounds

When should you call the vet when you spot a wound on your horse?

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Choke

Choke

Although not an immediate threat to life, choke in horses is distressing to both horse and owner.

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Colic in Horses

Colic in Horses

Simply, colic is abdominal pain irrespective of cause. Learn more about it here...

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Ragwort Poisoning in Horses

Ragwort Poisoning in Horses

Ragwort poisoning can be very dangerous to our horses, let’s take a look at how to keep them safe during the spring…

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Equine Influenza Outbreak

Equine Influenza Outbreak

Some notes and guidance on keeping your horse safe from influenza. Read more about symptoms of the condition and what to do if you're concerned...

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