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Friday Funny 😹
Dr. Pete was greeted by an unexpected surprise when he opened the Ute last week —a stowaway cat! 🐾 Turns out, this cheeky feline hitched a ride all the way from a consult in Muchea to Ascot.😲
The sneaky traveller was safely delivered back home later that afternoon. 🏡💕
💛 R U OK? Day 💛
Today is an important reminder to check in with our colleagues, friends, and loved ones. In this industry, it’s easy to forget that it’s ok not to be ok every day. The work we do is tough – mentally, physically, and emotionally.
Today, and everyday, we encourage everyone to take a moment to ask, “Are you ok?” It could make all the difference. Let’s support one another through the hard days and celebrate the good ones together. 💛🥰
Busy morning on the road yesterday with Dr. Amanda and Dr. Isabel, keeping our patients’ dental health in top shape! 🦷✨ Dr. Isabel is gaining invaluable experience in dentals under the expert guidance of Dr. Amanda. There’s nothing like hands-on learning from a seasoned pro! 🤩 Thank you Harrison's Horse Handling for capturing and sharing these moments 😍
How cute is this! Thank you for sharing 🥰
Why We Do What We Do 🥰
Swipe to see the journey of this little fighter!
In the first photo, you’ll see her bundled up in a wheelbarrow—sick, fragile, and in need of intensive care. But fast forward to the next three photos, and there she is—healthy, bright-eyed, and inquisitive as ever! 🐴✨
This is why we do what we do. Every challenge, every long day, and every anxious moment is worth it when we see a foal like her bounce back with such resilience.💕
Welcome Back, Dr. Anika!
We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Anika back from maternity leave! 🎉 She’s already back in action and, true to her versatile nature, attended to a horse of a different kind this week! 🦙🥰
Dr. Anika will be available for consults on Thursdays and Fridays, ready to care for your equine companions (and maybe the occasional alpaca). We’re excited to have her expertise back on the team and know our patients are in great hands.
Welcome back, Anika! We’ve missed you! 💙
🌟 Team Night Out! 🌟
Last night, enjoyed a well-deserved get-together outside of work to celebrate all their hard work over the past few months, mark the beginning of the 2024 breeding season, and officially welcome the wonderful new faces - Dr. Hannah, Dr. Tara, Nurse Belinda, and Night Attendant Olivia - to our crew! We’re also thrilled to welcome Dr. Anika back with us after her maternity leave. 🎉
We had an amazing time watching A Horse Named Winx—what a fantastic film! 🎥🐎 A huge thank you to the staff at Raine Square for their wonderful hospitality and for making our evening so special.
Unfortunately, not everyone could attend, but they were with us in spirit. There was so much delicious food that even those who couldn’t make it last night got to enjoy it today! 🍕🍿
As the 2024 breeding season kicks off, we can’t help but hope that some of the newborn foals we see this season will be the next Winx! 🐴✨
Here’s to an exciting season ahead with our incredible team! 🥂
Meet Donkey the donkey, who’s found the perfect spot to wait out the rain ☔️🫶🥰
🔪 All Hands on Deck in Theatre! 🔪
Today was a true team effort in theatre as we performed keyhole surgery on multiple joints for one of our equine patients. Dr. Dani worked at the front end, while Dr. Pete handled the hind end—this collaboration significantly shortened the surgery and anaesthesia time, reducing the anaesthetic risk for the horse. 🙌
Dr. Isabel managed the anaesthetic, ensuring everything ran smoothly, while Nurse Taylah seized the opportunity to supervise and train our trainee nurse, Skye. Meanwhile, soon-to-be vet Freddie observed the procedure, gaining invaluable experience. 👀
It’s moments like these that showcase the strength of our team, working together to provide the best possible care for our patients. 💪🐴
🦸♂️ Karn the Hero! 🦸♂️
Today, our gentle giant Karn became the star of the show as he stepped up to donate blood for a neonatal foal in need of a life-saving transfusion. 🌟 Karn is now officially a member of our blood donor club, joining an elite group of equine heroes! 🐴
With Nurse Assistant Kristy and Dr. Annemarie leading the charge, this little foal is getting the best possible start, thanks to Karn’s generosity and our team’s expertise. 💪💕
Let’s send some positive vibes to this little fighter and give a huge shoutout to our incredible team—and our new hero, Karn! 🙌
🌻 Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers out there and our own father—Dr. Pete! 🌻
Dr. Pete isn’t just the father of Ascot Equine Vets—he’s also a dedicated father to a beautiful family. When he’s not at the clinic, you’ll find him at water polo, soccer, hockey, birthday parties, doing school pick-ups on his rare afternoons off, helping out with dinner, lunch, cake baking - the list is endless! We don’t know how he manages to juggle it all, but we’re endlessly grateful for his dedication both at work and at home.
To all the amazing fathers, whether you’re taking care of your family or your four-legged companions, we wish you a fantastic day filled with love and joy!
As we welcome the first day of spring and the start of the thoroughbred breeding season down under, here’s to new beginnings and the promise of growth ahead! 🌱🐴
Happy Father’s Day!
✨ Foal Friday! ✨
Our team is in full swing, tending to the new arrivals who need a little extra TLC in their first days of life. 🍼💕
🚨 New wheels in the house! 🛠️✨
Nurses Nadia and Eeva are setting up our shiny new vet Ute! 🚙 But, of course, Luna had to check out their work and give it her paw of approval. 🐾
With Luna on quality control, we know this Ute will be ready to roll in no time. Stay tuned to see it in action on the road!
👏🤗 Meet Dr. Isabel Mudde Cruz, our talented new intern, who started earlier this month! 👏🤗
Isabel, who brings a unique blend of cultures with her triple nationality, completed her veterinary studies in Madrid in July 2024. Her passion for equine veterinary medicine and surgery led her to Perth, where she’s excited to dive into the dynamic world of equine practice.
With extensive experience from clinical placements across the UK, Ireland, and Europe, Isabel is well-versed in all aspects of equine care, though she has a particular passion for theriogenology. Her ultimate goal? To become a diplomate in this field.
Fluent in five languages—French, Dutch, Spanish, English, and Luxembourgish—Isabel is not just a polyglot but also a global citizen. When she’s not caring for horses, you’ll likely find her soaking up the sun at the beach, staying active at the gym, or shooting hoops on the basketball court.
🐾 Happy International Dog Day to our beloved Ascot mascots, Honey and Luna! 🐾
These two play a vital role in client care at the hospital, always ready with wagging tails and warm cuddles. Whether it’s putting a smile on our clients’ faces or lifting the spirits of our team during tough times, Honey and Luna are true champions of joy and comfort. We’re so grateful to have them as part of the Ascot family!
Let’s celebrate the unconditional love and happiness they bring into our lives every day! 🐶❤️
We’re thrilled to be sponsoring the Perth Horse Trials Association CCI International Three Day at Wooroloo this weekend! 🐴✨ Best of luck to all our clients and competitors—give it your all out there! 💪
Keep an eye out for our handy magnets in your rider bags—perfect for sticking on the tack room fridge. They’re a quick reference for normal TPR (Temperature, Pulse, Respiration) parameters, so you can easily check your horse’s health anytime. 🩺
How cool are these magnets from Ascot Equine Vets!
Get one in your riders bag this weekend
Dr. Hannah in her element, fully focused and doing what she loves 🩺
🐴 We’re Hiring! Join the Ascot Equine Vets Team 🐴
Are you an experienced horse handler looking for a weekend role? We’re seeking a dedicated stablehand to join us on Saturday mornings.
⏰ Hours: Minimum of 3 hours (7:30am - 10:30am), with the potential for extended hours based on hospital needs.
📋 Duties include: Mucking out, feeding, watering, and handling horses.
🐎 Experience: Horse experience is a must!
If you’re passionate about equine care and want to be part of our team, send your application and CV to [email protected] for the attention of Skye Fondacaro.
📞 Please note: We kindly ask that you do not call regarding this position as our phone lines are reserved for client appointments and emergencies.
🚨 Important Notice: IV Fluid Shortage 🚨
Today’s West Australian newspaper reports on a critical issue affecting human medicine—a worldwide shortage of IV fluids. This issue is also affecting us in the veterinary sector! The shortage, driven by a combination of manufacturing challenges and increased demand, is expected to continue into 2025.
What Are IV Fluids?
IV fluids are sterile solutions administered directly into the bloodstream, essential for treating dehydration, correcting electrolyte imbalances, resuscitating patients in shock, providing anaesthetic support, and more.
Impact on Veterinary Services
This shortage is affecting veterinary practices across Australia, including ours at Ascot Equine Vets. As a result, practices may need to adjust treatment plans, prioritize critical care cases, and delay non-urgent procedures.
The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is engaging with suppliers and regulatory bodies, providing guidance to veterinarians, and advocating for the veterinary sector and animal welfare.
How We’re Managing the Situation
At Ascot Equine Vets, we are actively managing and conserving our supplies, utilizing alternatives where possible, and minimising wastage to ensure the best care for your horses. We are prioritising emergency and critical care cases over elective procedures to manage the limited supply.
How You Can Help
We appreciate your understanding and patience during this challenging time. Your support is invaluable as we navigate this situation and continue to provide the highest level of care despite these constraints.
Thank you for your cooperation and trust in Ascot Equine Vets. Together, we’ll get through this. 💙
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Nurse Taylah and our team are besotted with this lil beauty 🌜🥰💕
Precision and teamwork in action! 🩺💪 Big thanks to Harrison’s Horse Handling for capturing these moments of Dr. Hannah and Dr. Isabel carefully positioning a horse for gelding surgery. At Ascot Equine Vets, we’re proud to work with such skilled hands to ensure the best care for every horse. 🐴
Have you spotted the new artwork on our clinic wall? We’ve just added a stunning horse print that captures the spirit and beauty of our equine friends, and we couldn’t be more thrilled!
A huge thank you to the incredibly talented Katie Mendl for bringing this masterpiece to life. We absolutely love it!🌟😍
🎯 Horse 1, Owner 0 🎯
Anyone who’s tried giving a horse oral meds knows that with some horses it can be a battle of wits, patience, and maybe a few pulled muscles! 💪 The look on your horse’s face when they realize what’s coming… priceless. 😂
Have you ever had this struggle? Tell us your funniest “medication mission” stories below! 👇
Now that the 2024 foaling season has arrived, are you familiar with the 1️⃣-2️⃣-3️⃣ Rule of Foaling?
⏰ The first few hours of a newborn foal’s life is a critical time for both the mare and foal. Timing is crucial and this is when the 1-2-3 Rule of Foaling comes into play!
Within 1️⃣ hour, the foal should be standing.
Within 2️⃣ hours, the foal should be nursing.
Within 3️⃣ hours, the mare should have passed the placenta.
🚨 In most cases, these events happen quicker - so when should you call your vet?
☎️Call if the foal is not standing by 2️⃣ hours
☎️Call if the foal is not suckling by 4️⃣ hours
☎️Call if the placenta is not passed by 6️⃣ hours
☎️Call us if you have any questions or concerns - we are always here for you and your horses ❤️
😻Happy International Cat Day😍
Have you met our resident rat catchers - Pen and Gen? These two keep a close eye on the clinic, ensuring that no unwanted critters sneak by!
When they’re not on patrol, you’ll find them lounging in the sun or sneaking in for some extra cuddles. Next time you’re in, say hi to our feline team members—they might just let you scratch behind their ears! 😉
Feeling that mid-week slump? 🐴 This cheeky foal is here to remind you to keep things light and have a little fun! Happy Hump Day from Ascot Equine Vets!
👏Welcome Dr. Tara Fahey to the Ascot Equine Vets team! 👏
Dr. Tara Fahey hails from Ireland and graduated from the University of Warsaw in 2022. Since then, she has worked as an ambulatory vet and completed a Seasonal Medicine fellowship at Anglesey Lodge Equine Hospital, a bustling referral hospital located on the Curragh in Ireland.
With a background deeply rooted in the Irish thoroughbred racing and breeding, Tara brings a keen interest in Reproduction, Internal Medicine, and Racing Performance to our practice. Outside of her professional life, Tara enjoys traveling, hiking, and catching up with friends over brunch.
We’re thrilled to have her on board and look forward to the expertise and enthusiasm she brings to the team! 🤗
🎉 Happy Birthday, Taylah! 🎉
Today we celebrate our incredible Surgery and Hospital Coordinator, Taylah! 🥳 From managing our surgery schedule with precision to ensuring every patient receives top-notch care, Taylah’s dedication and passion shine through in everything she does. 🌟
Join us in wishing her a fantastic birthday filled with joy, laughter, and lots of cake! 🎂🎈🎁
A special shout out to for delivering another awesome cake - not surprisingly it went down a treat 🤩
🎉🎂 Happy Horse’s Birthday in the Southern Hemisphere! 🎂🎉
While we’re celebrating this special day, our first sick foal of the season decided to join us in the hospital.🥹Not exactly the party place you’d want on your birthday! 😅🎈
But don’t worry, he’s in excellent hands with Dr. Tara, Dr. Tash, and the rest of our dedicated team taking great care of him. 🩺🐴
Here’s to a speedy recovery and many more healthy birthdays ahead! 🧡
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🐴❤️ vs. 🧍♂️❤️: The heart of the matter! We couldn’t resist sharing this incredible video from @hriracing at the Irish Racehorse Experience @irishnationalstudandgardens. It’s truly spectacular to see the difference in size and power between a horse’s heart and our own. No wonder these amazing animals are such incredible athletes! #racehorse #eliteathlete #horsesofinstagram #equinemedicine #equinesportsmedicine #horseheart #equineanatomy #horsehealth #equinepractice #ascotequinevets #excellence #integrity #compassion
🌸 Weekend Vibes 🌸 Kick back and relax with this heartwarming video of a momma giving her baby a gentle massage. Nothing says weekend vibes like some quality time with loved ones! 💆♂️💕 #weekendvibes #equinelove #relaxandunwind #horselife #mareandfoal #motherlylove #breedingseason2024 #equinevets #horsevet #horse #equinevetlife #horsecare #horsehealth #equinepractice #equinenursing #teamascot #ascotequinevets #equinehospital #diagnosticcentre #excellence #integrity #compassion
Happy Mother’s Day 💐 To the three moms to human babies on our team - Drs Laura, Dani, and new mom Anika! To our horse moms, our fur baby moms To the moms who have lost a child To the moms that are no longer with us To all our moms xx #happymothersday #teamascot #ascotequinelife #equinevets #horsevet #horse #horsemom #furbabymom #allmoms #workingmoms #equinepractice #ascotequinevets #equinehospital #diagnosticcentre #excellence #integrity #compassion 🎥 @horsen
🍀🍀🍀Happy St Patrick’s Day 🍀🍀🍀 “Wherever you go and whatever you do, may the luck of the Irish be there with you.” 𝐼𝓇𝒾𝓈𝒽 𝒷𝓁𝑒𝓈𝓈𝒾𝓃𝑔 We are very proud to have a strong contingent of hardworking Irish women @ascotequinevets - and they’re not a bad bunch of dancers either 😉 #happystpaddysday #irish #luckoftheirish #irishabroad #irishcraic #🇮🇪 #slainte #eire #equinevets #equinenurses #equinepractice #equinelife #ascotequinelife #horses #horsecare #loveofthehorse #horsehealth #ascotequinevets #equinehospital #diagnosticcentre #excellence #integrity #compassion
Preparing alpha-2 EQ - natural cortisone 👌 #equinevet #equinepractice #alpha2eq #naturalcortisone #equinesportsmedicine #racehorse #performancehorse #showjumper #dressagehorse #eventer ascotequinevets #equinehospital #diagnosticcentre #excellence #integrity #compassion
Weather for ducks today at Ascot! #someoneshappy #perthwinter #rainrain #equinevet #horsevet #equinepractice #ascotequinevets #equinehospital #diagnosticcentre #excellence #integrity #compassion
The Pony Club Association NT - PCANT B Certificate crew enjoyed a trip to the hospital last week with @swequestrian and gained an insight into general horse health and preseason competition checks. They were also treated to a tour of the hospital by our ace guides Drs Katie and Amanda. #pcant #ponyclub #btestcandidates #horsehealth #preseasonchecks #eventing #eventhorses #horsevets #equinevets #equinepractice #equinemedicine #equinesportsmedicine #ascotequinevets #equinehospital #diagnosticcentre #excellence #integrity #compasión
Sharing some snapshots of us working with @swequestrian during the past year 💖 #sporthorses #performancehorses #eventing #showjumping #dressage #equestrianteam #teamascot #workingtogether #sporthorsemedicine #equinevets #equinemedicine #equinesurgery #equinepractice #ascotequinevets #equinehospital #diagnosticcentre #excellence #integrity #compassion
Christmas party time @dillydallysubiaco 🥳🥂💃🏼🕺 #christmasparty2022 #equinevets #equinenurses #stableattendants #equinepractice #teamascot #ascotequinevets #equinehospital #diagnosticcentre #excellence #integrity #compassion
OVARY GOOD DR PETE! 👏 It was a tight squeeze but Dr Pete successfully removed this big ovary in a standing surgery today! This mare was diagnosed with a granulosa theca cell tumour - the most common type of tumour that affects the ovaries in horses. These tumours can be performance limiting and cause behavioural issues due to changes in hormone levels. They can also affect the reproductive capability of a mare intended for breeding due to changes in reproductive hormones. In some cases, they can even cause abdominal pain due to their size. Treatment with surgical removal is curative. Following treatment, the unaffected ovary will serve as a fully functional reproductive organ and the mare will eventually return to normal reproductive function - capable of becoming pregnant and carrying a pregnancy to full term. Any previous behavioural issues due to changes in hormone levels will also resolve. All in all she will be a much happier mare having had this abnormal ovary removed! #ovariectomy #granulosacelltumor #ovarygood #equinesurgery #equinelaparoscopy #equinestandingsurgery #equinevet #horsevet #equinepractice #vetsofinstagram #horsehealth #ascotequinevets #equinehospital #diagnosticcentre #excellence #integrity #compassion
❤️❤️❤️ Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️❤️❤️ #horse #horselove #equinevet #horsevets #equinemedicine #equinesurgery #equinespecialists #ascotequinevets #equinehospital #diagnosticcentre #excellence #integrity #compassion 🎥@horse.obelix
🩺 How to check your horse’s digital pulses 🩺 Checking your horse’s digital pulses is an important part of assessing for inflammatory conditions of the foot, such as a foot abscess or laminitis. However unless you know where to feel, digital pulses can sometimes be tricky to find! Check out this short step-by-step video on how to check digital pulses. 1. Run your hand down the back of your horse’s leg, with your index finger and thumb resting on either side of the leg, down to just below the fetlock. 2. Gently roll your thumb and index finger back and forth to feel the blood vessels flick beneath them. It should feel like a cord running down the back of either side of the leg - this is the neurovascular bundle containing the vein, artery and nerve. 3. Apply gentle pressure over the neurovascular bundle for a few seconds and you should feel the digital artery pulsing. If there is an increased or throbbing pulse then this may indicate inflammation. If the pulse is very feint or difficult to find then it is probably normal. All horses will vary slightly, so it is best to get to know what a normal digital pulse for your horse is by regularly feeling their legs. #horsecaretips #digitalpulse #footabscess #laminitis #horsehealth #horse #equinevet #horsevets #ascotequinevets #equinehospital #diagnosticcentre #excellence #integrity #compassion
BURNING BICEPS 💪 Check out Drs Anika and Zoe in action doing some marathon dental work at #royrogersracing in Albany! #bicepsgalore #getyourdentalon #equinevet #horse #racehorses #horsehealth #equinedentistry #horsedentists #horsevets #ascotequinevets #equinehospital #diagnosticcentre #excellence #integrity #compassion
Happy Fri-YAY! We hope you’ve got that Friday Feeling and have as much fun as this little one over the long weekend! ⏰ Our office is open tomorrow morning from 8am to 12pm, and we will then close for the remainder of the long weekend, reopening Tuesday morning at 8am. ☎️ We are still however on call for emergency cover. In the case of any emergencies over the long weekend, don’t hesitate to call us on 9277 7737. #longweekend #fridayfeels #friyay #wadaylongweekend #foalfriday #equinevet #horsevet #hereforyou #hereforyourhorse #equinepractice #ascotequinevets #equinehospital #diagnosticcentre #excellence #integrity #compassion Posted @withregram • @racingdotcom
Ascot Equine Veterinarians was founded in 2006 by Dr Julia Vines and Dr Kim Rose. Julia and Kim aspired to provide a greater depth of quality equine veterinary care to the horse community of Western Australia. The practice has since grown over the years into one of the leading equine veterinary hospitals in Western Australia. In July 2018, Dr Pete Harding and Dr Annemarie Cullimore took over the reins with a view to continuing Julia and Kim’s legacy and further developing the practice. Pete and Annemarie are specialists in their respective fields of interest, Equine Surgery (Pete) and Equine Internal medicine (Annemarie) and are committed to providing the highest quality of veterinary care available in our industry.
