Health Advice

A hoof abscess describes a painful build-up of purulent material (pus) within the hoof capsule. It will often be extremely uncomfortable for the horse, causing an obvious lameness at walk. Foot abscesses are caused by bacteria entering the hoof capsule and setting up...

Strangles is a highly contagious, bacterial infection of the upper respiratory tract caused by Streptococcus equi equi.  The disease can affect horses, ponies and donkeys of all ages. Although the disease can make affected horses quite unwell for a couple of weeks,...

Ensuring your horse is up-to-date with vaccinations is crucial for maintaining their health and preventing serious diseases. We offer comprehensive vaccination programs tailored to protect against key threats such as Equine Influenza, Tetanus, and Equine Herpesvirus (EHV).

Sweet itch is a skin disease caused by an allergy to midge bites. Your horse may be excessively itchy, usually around the mane and tail, but possibly also on the underside of the abdomen. Preventing or minimising midge bites is the most effective way to control...

Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID), also known as Equine Cushing’s Disease, is a common disease of older horses and ponies. It affects the pituitary gland and causes it to produce greater amounts of certain hormones. There are a number of signs of PPID which...

Equine Influenza (or Equine Flu) is a highly contagious disease of the respiratory tract. The disease can spread rapidly through a group of horses either by direct contact or airborne particles. Vaccination against equine flu is highly recommended and many of the...

Laminitis, inflammation of the laminae which hold the pedal bone in position, is an extremely painful condition and can cause irreversible damage to the hoof. There are a number of different causes and a wide range of risk factors. Horses and ponies with EMS or PPID...

It is important that your horse’s teeth are examined regularly to avoid major dental problems such as periodontal disease, and to ensure that your horse can chew and eat properly, which helps to keep their digestive system healthy. Read more about routine equine...

Colic is a term used to describe abdominal pain. It can range from being mild to severe, even life threatening, and can have many different causes. Recognising a horse with colic is not always straightforward, although there are some commonly seen signs. If you...