Aug 12, 2025 | blog, Practice news, Uncategorised
This spring and summer has been highly unusual and the continuing heat with increased temperatures doesn’t fit in well with our four legged friends routines. Heat waves like the one that is expected over the next 7 days brings it’s own issues for our four...
Jan 19, 2025 | blog, Practice news, Uncategorised
Keeping your horse fit isn’t just about looking good in the field or on the yard; it’s crucial for their overall health and performance. Here are some some effective methods to boost your horse’s fitness in a way that’s both fun and useful to...
Nov 18, 2024 | blog, Practice news
Horses don’t adjust well to rapid changes in routine. The bacteria in their gut, is slow to adjust therefore rapid changes can cause issue which if not caught early can mean seeing your vet. With the winter weather season upon us, we thought it important to...
Jun 19, 2024 | blog, Practice news
Sarcoids and melanomas are the two most common skin tumours that we see in horses. They can both affect horses from a very young age, and if they have one, there are usually more lurking. Although most of them will be considered ‘benign’, they can become very large...
Apr 16, 2024 | blog, Practice news
Why do we clean sheaths in geldings: Hygiene: The sheath can accumulate dirt, debris, and smegma, which is a waxy secretion. If left uncleansed, this buildup can lead to irritation, discomfort, and even infection. Prevention of Infections: A dirty sheath can provide...
Apr 14, 2024 | blog, Practice news
It’s that time of year when we are all knee deep in the wet and sticky stuff. Whilst this topic comes up every year, it is one that is most definitely worth talking about. Hopefully by talking about it on this blog the weather will finally start to improve. Mud...
