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Equine asthma
Posted in Equine, Horses April 2, 2020 Equine asthma is now the collective term used to describe respiratory disorders otherwise known as COPD, IAD, RAO or heaves. The terminology is related to its clinical, histological and functional features as well as its similarities to human asthma. It … Continue reading
Firework season: how to help your horse!
Posted in Equine, Horses October 24, 2019 Even the most bombproof of ponies can be scared by fireworks and with Bonfire night fast approaching it is important we are prepared to keep our horses as calm as possible. Take a look at our top tips below and … Continue reading
Nose bleeds – what you need to know!
Posted in Equine, Horses August 14, 2019 Have you ever arrived at the yard to find your horse has had a nose bleed? If so, don't panic! Our vet Philip has pulled together lots of information to help you understand why this could have happened and what … Continue reading
How to Spot Gastric Ulcers in your Horse
Posted in Equine, Horses July 17, 2019 Has your horse’s behaviour changed? Are they sensitive around their girth area? Do they get stressed easily? If so, take a look at the tips below on how to spot if your horse could be suffering from Equine Gastric Ulcer … Continue reading
Pet Loss & Bereavement Support Advisor
Posted in Equine, Farm Animal, Horses, Small Animal, Surgical March 20, 2019 We are happy to announce that we now have our very own Bereavement Support Advisor. Tessa, one of our Receptionists, has completed a Pet Loss & Bereavement Support Advisor Course through Innovet-CPD Training, as well as completing an 8 week … Continue reading
LIVER DISEASE – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Posted in Equine, Horses March 5, 2019 Like in humans, signs of liver disease are not usually seen until there is a significant decrease in liver function (70-80%). Sometimes we only see general unspecific signs of sickness and it is not until we do further testing that … Continue reading
Biosecurity fact sheet
Posted in Equine, Horses February 14, 2019 Following the recent Equine Influenza outbreaks in the UK, we have put together a biosecurity fact sheet so our clients can help to reduce the risk of introducing and spreading various diseases. Please click the link below and feel free … Continue reading
EQUINE INFLUENZA OUTBREAK
Posted in Equine, Horses, Uncategorized February 7, 2019 As many of you will be aware there have been a number of recent outbreaks of Equine Influenza in parts of Europe and the UK. There has now been a reported case of Influenza in Leicestershire as of 3:30pm this … Continue reading
ORTHOPAEDIC WORKUP
Posted in Equine, Horses January 24, 2019 ** Rather than pictures please roll to the bottom of this page to watch Steven's orthopaedic case unfold at our Towcester clinic. ** This horse presented for a lameness examination following an accident during transportation. On examination the horse was … Continue reading