With the current outbreak of equine influenza and the ongoing risk of picking up stranges or ringworm at shows, we would advise you to consider biosecurity. Please read our factsheet HERE: FACTSHEET Biosecurity for horses at shows 18AK
We have recently launched our Acupuncture service as both Alaina and Eve have sat their training. This vet-only treatment is used most commonly to offer an additional method of pain-relief to chronic cases. Interested? Read more here:Acupuncture for your horse
An equine health plan makes it easier for you to protect your horse against preventable diseases and discomfort by making sure your horses vaccines, parasite control and general health are up to date. There are four levels of cover, which are designed to accommodate the differing needs of the equines under our care. Please find… read more →
Supervisory Skills Workshop Easton & Otley College Sports & Conference Centre, Easton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR9 5DX Thursday 8th November 2018 9am – 5pm (Light lunch and refreshments provided) This workshop aims to provide delegates with an introduction into the skills and knowledge needed to be an… read more →
FREE VACCINATION OFFER It is estimated that only 40% – 50%1 of UK horses are currently vaccinated – meaning all horses are at risk as 70% of a population needs to be vaccinated to prevent epidemics of equine influenza occurring. Westover vets are pleased to be taking part… read more →
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all our client’s and their animals in what has been yet another super busy year! The Following Opening Hours Relate to our Hainford (Farm and Equine) Practice’s Opening Hours over the Festive Period. Although the office will be closed, we will still… read more →
Why? Silage (also hay and haylage) varies considerably between years, cuts, fields and even areas of the same field. Since these forages form the basis of most winter rations, it’s important to know whats in it so you can balance the diet appropriately with adequate energy and protein. When? Collecting… read more →
Following on from a challenging rearing season for many based on a number of factors from various disease patterns we have observed this year, to the ever-tightening control over antibiotic use, we invite you to our Game Bird Veterinary Review discussion. This session will be aimed at dissecting out what… read more →
The only predictable thing about equine sarcoids is that they are totally unpredictable! There is still a lot to be learnt about equine sarcoids. They are best described as a type of skin cancer. Sarcoids are a tumour of fibroblasts, which are a normal skin cell responsible for many structural… read more →