T: 01666 826456
E: horse@georgevetgroup.co.uk
Our well equipped modern veterinary practice is staffed by a team of 4 dedicated equine vets, ably supported by an experienced administration team. Our equipment is portable which allows most work to be carried out at your own premises.
Complete Equine Veterinary Care Complete Equine Veterinary Care We work hard to provide continuity of care so that you see the same vet for the duration of your horse's treatment. Our vets are passionate about providing the high level of service you want and your horse needs and delivering excellent value for money. We care. Lameness Examinations Lameness examinations Full diagnostic work ups at the clinic or on your yard are available with nerve blocks, joint blocks and diagnostic imaging as required. In depth communication with you as owner is always maintained. Equine Dental Services Equine Dental Services 25% of horses have dental pain and 80% of horses have dental disease. Quality dental care is about much more than rasping teeth. We work to help maintain your horse's dental health for longer, keeping them pain free and eating and working in comfort. Visit our dedicated page here for more information Equine Acupuncture Acupuncture has been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years to treat a variety of illnesses. It is now widely recognised and has evolved into Western medicine for treatment of both humans and animals. Acupuncture is a recognised treatment for alleviating pain and improving musculoskeletal recovery in horses. Acupuncture works to provide pain relief via endogenous opioid response as well as relaxation through the autonomic nervous system. Vaccinations and Healthchecks Vaccinations and Health Checks Keeping your horses healthy for longer is our aim. We offer a no cost travel option for your horse's preventative health care. Pre-Purchase Examinations Pre-Purchase examinations The start of the journey with your horse. Our experienced team offer a full vetting service with or without x-rays as required and ensure all findings are communicated and discussed clearly with you straight after the examination, as well as providing a written certificate. Endoscopy and Gastroscopy Endoscopy and Gastroscopy Gastric ulcers can only be diagnosed and monitored by looking inside the horse's stomach with a camera. Likewise problems with other internal areas of your horse, such as the respiratory tract or bladder require endoscopy to ascertain the nature of the problem and allow effective treatment. Laser Sarcoid Removal Laser Sarcoid Removal Sarcoids are best treated early and if appropriate, removal by laser surgery is a very effective treatment. Please contact us to discuss this further. Digital Radiography Digital Radiography Our wireless digital radiography system enables us to capture high quality images assisting in accurate and rapid diagnosis. Ultrasonography Ultrasonography Soft tissue and bone surface images obtained by ultrasonography are a great tool to help manage and treat lameness, colic, wounds, eye and abdominal diseases and many more areas! Shockwave Therapy Shock Wave Therapy A useful medicine free treatment for a number of sports and soft tissue equine lamenesses Our Healthcare Plans Our Healthcare Plans An affordable way to budget for your horse or donkey's essential health needs with no compromise on quality of care and with the benefit of additional discounts. Click for more information on our Healthy Horse Club or our Donkey Health Club. Microchipping and Passports Microchipping and Passports All horses require both by law. Any queries about your horse's status or if you need either doing, just ask. In-House Laboratory In-House Laboratory We have our own lab on site enabling us to rapidly process samples speeding up diagnosis and thus effective targeted treatment to get your horse back to full health faster. Event Veterinary Cover Event Veterinary Cover As enthusiastic riders as well as equine vets we try and support the competition scene by providing veterinary cover for events, including at FEI competitions. Client Events Client Events We have a passion for horse health and enjoy sharing it with horse owners. We organise practical demonstrations, talks with our own and visiting speakers all fully catered and usually in support of an equine charity. What's not to like?
Our horses are used for a variety of demanding disciplines that can lead to musculoskeletal injuries presenting as myofascial trigger points. The use of acupuncture alone or in combination with other therapies can improve the speed and quality of recovery.
Acupuncture must be performed by a qualified Veterinary Surgeon. Hilary is available for treatments and holds a qualification from the Association of British Veterinary Acupuncturists.
17-04-2024 - Meghan Moore BVM BVS MRCVS
Body condition scroring - With Spring grass on its way, this is a good time to body condition score your Equine to see if they are at optimum weight! ...
16-11-2023 - Meghan Moore BVM BVS MRCVS
Introductions, goodbyes and another Client Evening just around the corner...
23-06-2023 - Jenny Hindmarsh MRCVS
What have we been up to, and what's ahead? Find out more in our latest newsletter along with articles on laminitis and cracked feet....