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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

The Rivers Equine Vets

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The Rivers Equine Vets

Ambulatory Equine Veterinary Practice The Rivers Equine Vets is a modern and progressive equine practice that is based in Murwillumbah, NSW.

The practice services clients with all types of horses in the surrounding regions from Ballina to the Gold Coast and utilises the most modern equipment to provide the best possible care for all equine patients. Our office is open from 8:30am to 4:30pm and we additionally provide a full after hours emergency service.

02/03/2025

Is Your Horse Cyclone Ready?

With the current predicted weather conditions over the next week or so now is a good time to consider if your horse (and their paddock) is cyclone ready to minimise the risk of injury to both you and your horse.

Is your paddock clear of debris? Clean up any dead branches or other items in the paddock that may be blown around by high winds or washed along with heavy rain. Are the fences sturdy and not going to get blown over?

Ensure your horse has ready access to plenty of fresh water, dry hay if required and sturdy shelter if possible. Be aware that you may not be able to reach them for a period of time so the water and feed should be able to last a few days depending on the circumstances. Be cautious leaving rugs and halters on if you are not going to be able to check them, these things can get tangled and snag on fences, branches, etc. and cause significant injury.

We recommend you have a plan if you do need to evacuate or move your horse urgently. Where will you take them? Is their paddock easy to access with a float?
Have an emergency kit on hand containing things like; torch/head light, halter and lead rope, wire cutters, basic bandage supplies. Ensure your float is in good working order and your car has a full tank of fuel.

Have some photos of your horse clearly showing their markings and details of their microchip number on hand in case they do escape from their paddock.

Conditions to watch for in your horse;
- colic (may be secondary to stress, mouldy hay, contaminated water amongst other causes)
- wounds
- rain scald
- greasy heel
- hoof issues such as abscesses

Please check that your horse is up to date with their tetanus vaccination, injuries that occur in times like this are often highly contaminated and at high risk for infection.

We are here to support you and your horse and are available for emergencies should the need arise.

Stay safe!

19/02/2025

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - GASTROSCOPY CLINIC DAY

In conjuction with RANDLAB, we will be conducting a Gastroscopy Clinic Day on Tuesday, 18th March 2025. Location will be the Murwillumbah Showgrounds.

Gastroscopy is the gold standard for stomach ulcer diagnosis (glandular and squamous). If your horse is showing any of the following symptoms this procedure is a valuable tool to narrow down the diagnosis and give targeted treatment.

Symptoms of Gastric Ulcers;
- Behaviour change (sour, unwilling to work)
- Poor appetite or altered eating behaviour
- Weight loss
- Poor coat condition
- Girthiness or other signs of abdominal discomfort
- Mild recurrent colic
- Cribbing

Appointments on the day will include a physical exam with one of our vets, sedation, the gastroscopy procedure and formulation of a treatment plan specific for your horse.

Spaces are limited, so if you are interested in joining us, please call the clinic as soon as possible on (02) 6672 3898.

06/02/2025

As the weather cools off and the rain eases, you may be considering a visit to your c**t or stallion for castration.
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Dr Katherine and Dr Katrina are available now for Castration appointments. To secure your spot, contact our office on 02 6672 3898 to discuss and book.

31/01/2025

Meet our new owners -
WELCOME KATHERINE AND KATRINA!

Our lovely new owners, Katherine and Katrina have hit the ground running and are already out on the road starting to meet our clients.

We thank you for your patience while they find their feet. It has been a big few weeks!

Here is a brief introduction until you get to meet them in person.

Katherine and Katrina attended University together at Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga. Katrina then went on to foster a keen interest in racetrack medicine while Katherine headed over to Western Australia to work in mixed practice, predominantly equine. They both are very excited to have this opportunity and will endeavour to provide the same high level of care that Greg has been providing our clients.

Jess, Peta and Keighley will still be your friendly faces in the office. Our office hours will remain the same (8:30am until 4:30pm) and there will still be a vet available 24/7 for those after-hours emergencies.

Thank you again for your patience during the transition and Katherine and Katrina look forward to meeting you soon.

Address

2/3 Durrington Street
Murwillumbah, NSW
2484

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+61266723898

Website

http://www.theriversequinevets.com.au/

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Dr Greg Baldwin established Baldwin Equine Veterinary Services in 2012. Ours is a modern and progressive equine practice that is based in Murwillumbah, NSW. We service clients with all types of horses in the surrounding regions from Ballina to the Gold Coast and utilise modern equipment to provide the best possible care for all equine patients. We now have a team of 2 Equine Veterinarians and 3 reception staff to enable us to meet all of your needs.