News
We are now closed for the Easter Bank Holiday weekend but we are available for emergencies as always on 07796338979. We hope you all have a good weekend with your horses eating chocolate eggs!
Gastric ulcers can cause poor performance and behavioural changes and affect horses of all levels - just yesterday a very high profile horse had to be withdrawn from Badminton due to ulcers. Our gastroscopy clinic is running throughout April so don't miss your chance to save 50% on the cost of a gastroscope if you are concerned that your horse may be at risk. www.horseandhound.co.uk/news/ceylor-lan-kitty-king-withdrawn-badminton-684425
These are 2 images taken from a gastroscope we did earlier today - the image on the bottom shows some quite severe ulceration around the margo plicatus (the boundary between the glandular and squamous portions of the stomach), but it also shows an unexpected (and unwelcome!) visitor in the top left of the picture. The inhabitants can also be seen in the top picture - does anyone want to guess what they are??
We really do have beautiful countryside in Gloucestershire! Who's enjoying a sunny Saturday hack? Let's see your hacking pics. 🐴
Equine Influenza Update
Yesterday we confirmed a case of Equine Influenza in the Stroud area. The affected horse is a previously unvaccinated Thoroughbred (non-racing) that arrived from Ireland 6 days ago. Symptoms were noticed the day after arrival and immediate treatment and biosecurity measures were put in place. It is on grass livery with three others and the group is remote from other horses. Its companions have not shown any symptoms and there has been no movement of horses on or off the farm since the horse’s arrival.
We are confident that the outbreak has been contained to the one affected horse but remain extremely vigilant. Stringent measures to control Equine Influenza have been in place following outbreaks earlier in the year and, while our advice does not change in light of this recent case, please do not hesitate to contact our office if you have any questions or concerns.
No night off for Tim as his daughter’s horse ‘tied up’ when out on exercise... reluctant to move, dark brown urine, massively raised muscle enzymes and dehydrated. Feeling better after pain relief, anti-inflammatories and intravenous rehydration.
Dr Tim Watson, Lipogems Equine Lead Vet, assisted by Hetty Hill demonstrating part of the lipogems procedure at the training day this morning.
Lipogems Equine
Washing process
Last chance to book in for an appointment this Saturday - times will be issued tomorrow!
- Saturday 6th
- Saturday 13th
- Thursday 18th
- Thursday 25th
Saturdays from 9am - 1pm, Thursdays from 5pm - 9pm. Visit fee capped at £20 per yard - will be shared if we see more then one horse. Please contact the office if you would like to book in. 01452 770268 / waterlaneequine@gmail.com
Have you completed our self-assessment questionnaire yet to find out your horse's risk of suffering from ulcers? You can complete the short survey here: forms.gle/mRfCUDtai8ht9X717 Don't forget we are offering 50% off the cost of gastroscopes throughout the month of April!
Does your horse suffer from gastric ulcers? There are a number of things you can do to reduce the likelihood of ulcers occurring. Have a read of our factsheet to find out more: www.waterlaneequinevets.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Gastric-Ulcers-1.pdf
Don't forget you can complete our self-assessment questionnaire to find out if your horse could be at risk of ulcers: forms.gle/22YBxsUZg7itGB7c8