Dartbrook Equine Veterinary Clinic

28/09/2021

A hard working vet with a young family and a passion for breeding thoroughbreds, it’s amazing this man gets any time at all to watch his favourite vampire and zombie TV shows!

31/08/2021

Providing animal care and veterinary services to Hunter valley farmers and pet owners

15/07/2021

Have you been meaning to book a vet appointment?

Well there's no time like NOW!

Call us today to snap up an appointment.

The Satur team looks forward to hearing from you.

20/04/2021

We have a few days left of FREE ACTH ( Cushings Disease) testing available if you think your horse has some symptoms please call the clinic and arrange an appointment - Ph: 02 65451522

FREE ACTH TESTING FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL

Horses which are suffering from PPID (Equine Cushings Disease) can show a wide range of clinical signs, all of which are caused by the abnormally high circulating levels of the hormone cortisol.

Laminitis is a common sign. Another clinical sign associated with PPID is the development of an abnormal hair coat, ranging from mild changes in coat shedding right through to a full, long, curly, overgrown coat (“hirsuitism”).

Horses and ponies with PPID may also develop abnormal fat distribution – including abnormal fat bulging above the eyes (“supraorbital fat”) and a pot belly.

Other “classic” indicators of PPID include:

*Excessive sweating

* Increased appetite

*Increased drinking and urination

*Lethargy / poor performance

* Repeating episodes of laminitis

* Recurring infections (eg: sinusitis)

*Loss of muscle condition, and/or a pot bellied appearance

Please give us a call if you would like to arrange testing on 02 65451522
We only have limited number of vouchers left so please give us a call if you are interested

09/04/2021

FREE ACTH TESTING FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL

Horses which are suffering from PPID (Equine Cushings Disease) can show a wide range of clinical signs, all of which are caused by the abnormally high circulating levels of the hormone cortisol.

Laminitis is a common sign. Another clinical sign associated with PPID is the development of an abnormal hair coat, ranging from mild changes in coat shedding right through to a full, long, curly, overgrown coat (“hirsuitism”).

Horses and ponies with PPID may also develop abnormal fat distribution – including abnormal fat bulging above the eyes (“supraorbital fat”) and a pot belly.

Other “classic” indicators of PPID include:

*Excessive sweating

* Increased appetite

*Increased drinking and urination

*Lethargy / poor performance

* Repeating episodes of laminitis

* Recurring infections (eg: sinusitis)

*Loss of muscle condition, and/or a pot bellied appearance

Please give us a call if you would like to arrange testing on 02 65451522
We only have limited number of vouchers left so please give us a call if you are interested

01/04/2021

08/02/2021

17/12/2020

Friday 18th December
The Office and Pharmacy will be closed today from 12.00PM For emergencies please call the clinic number 02 6545 1522 and you will be directed to a vet on call.

Have a lovely weekend

14/12/2020

2020 Christmas Office Hours
A vet will be on call 24/7 for emergencies over the holiday period. Please call the clinic number on 0265451522 if you require Veterinary assistance.

02/12/2020

Vet Assistant Position

Dartbrook Equine Veterinary Clinic in Scone are seeking a highly-motivated individual to fill a full time position starting January.

The role would include feeding and general care of horses within the clinic, providing assistance to the veterinarians on call outs. The applicant will participate with yearling x-rays and endoscopic exams, as well as basic laboratory work and reception duties.

All applicants are required to have;
• Equine experience including young horses and yearlings, ideally within the thoroughbred breeding industry
• A keenness & enthusiasm to learn more & contribute to the team. A strong interest in the thoroughbred industry would be ideal.
• Excellent time efficiency, multi-tasking skills and communication

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing in desirable but not essential. Furthering education will be supported.

Weekend and afterhours may be occasionally required.

Applications close December 31st.
To discuss this role or apply, please contact Bridget Hunt at [email protected] Ph: +61 2 6545 1522.

20/11/2020

Dr. Amy Duff featuring in the First Episode of the More Than Just Raceday series by TRL
https://fb.watch/1SQD7quWbY/

09/06/2020

In light of the recent confirmed Hendra Virus case in Murwillumba,NSW now is a great time to check your horses vaccination status, or consider vaccinating your horses against Hendra Virus if you haven't already done so.

Vaccinating your horse is the most effective way to prevent the fatal Hendra Virus, we strongly advise all of our clients to have their horse vaccinated.

Hendra Virus is transmitted by bats to horses, which can in turn transmit the fatal virus to humans. Hendra Virus presents in many different ways, but some of the most common symptoms can include:
- Fever
- Difficulty breathing
- Lethargy/ dullness
- Abnormal gait

To check your horses vaccination status or to make an appointment to have your horses vaccinated, call the clinic on 02 65451522

05/06/2020

We would like to wish all our clients a happy long weekend!

Dartbrook Equine Vets will be closed on Monday 8th June for the Queens Birthday public holiday.

In the case of an emergency please call the clinic on 02 65451522.

21/04/2020

21/04/2020

Its not good bye but see you later to our nurse Hannah. We wish you and Brandon the best of luck and happiness in the coming weeks, as your new journey of parenthood starts.

09/04/2020

We would like say farewell to Sarah Powell Wright.
We wish you and Ash all the best, living the coastal life.
Thank-you for all you have done for Dartbrook over the years, we are sure you will be missed by the staff and clients alike.

13/02/2020

NITRATE POISONING WARNING FOR HUNTER LIVESTOCK PRODUCERS

After significant rainfall across much of the Hunter and Manning Great Lakes, pasture recovery is posing some challenges for livestock owners.

There have been a number of confirmed cases of Nitrate Poisoning and kikuyu Poisoning in our region in recent days.

The wet and humid conditions have proved ideal for the common pasture w**d Purslane, also known as Pigw**d. This w**d is known to contain nitrates and oxillates and although generally not considered highly toxic it can cause scouring or even death where stock consume a large amount.

There has been a proliferation of the w**d in many paddocks, and this week it has led to nitrate poisoning in stock in the Lower Hunter, where Purslane was the dominant cover in the paddock.

District Vet Jim Kerr said producers need to watch their stock closely during this period, as pasture recovers.

“With such wonderful rainfall there can unfortunately be downsides for livestock owners, associated with the rapidly growing young pasture,” said Dr Kerr.

“We’re encouraging landholders where possible to maintain their feeding regimes, including introducing silage or roughage bales in Purslane or kikuyu dominant paddocks."

Kikuyu poisoning can unfortunately occur when kikuyu grows quickly after a prolonged dry spell. It has a high mortality rate. Producers can reduce the risk to stock by removing them from kikuyu dominant pastures or adding a bale of silage or roughage to the paddock as an alternate feed source. Generally the risk to livestock subsides after three-four weeks.

Dr Kerr is reminding producers Hunter Local Land Services is offering free feed testing for local producers.

“We did see numerous nitrate deaths from hay and silage during this drought from feed harvested under stress or purchased from outside sources without necessary testing,” said Dr Kerr.

“We continue to offer this service to ensure local producers have confidence in the feed their stock are accessing.

“If you have concerns about the feed or nutrition requirements of your stock, please contact Hunter Local Land Services on 1300 795 299, to speak to your local team.”

23/12/2019

Dartbrook Equine Veterinary Clinic
Office and Pharmacy Christmas Holiday Hours

Tuesday 24th December- 8.30am – 2.00pm
Wednesday 25th December– Emergencies
Thursday 26th December– Emergencies
Friday 27th December- 8.30am-5.00pm
Monday 30th December 8.30am– 5.00pm
Tuesday 31st December– 8.30-5.00pm
Wednesday 1st January– Emergencies

Thursday 2nd January- resume normal trading hours

There will be a vet on call 24/7 over the Holiday period for emergencies please call the clinic’s number
02 6545 1522

23/12/2019

Wishing you and your loved ones Peace, Health, Happiness and Prosperity in the coming New Year.

DEVC is excited to welcome a new member in 2020 :-)

13/12/2019

Friday 13th December
The Office and Pharmacy will be closed today from 2.00pm. For emergencies please call the clinic number 02 6545 1522 and you will be directed to a vet on call.
Have a lovely weekend

25/11/2019

Foster Mare Required- please contact us via facebook or call the clinic 02 6545 1522. Thank you in advance 🙏🏻

05/11/2019

Cannot raise our glasses high enough in celebrations for our good friends at Kitchwin Hills. Winners of 2019 Everest and now the race that stops the nation, 2019 Melbourne Cup 🥳🥳 let the bubbles flow on 🥂🥂

For all the late nights and early mornings. For all the call outs and overtime it all seems worth it, breeding the winner of the race that stops a nation!! Congratulations to his owner/breeder Paul Lanskey, and of course mated and managed by Sheamus Mills Bloodstock!

03/10/2019

Pretty accurate to how most of us are feeling at this stage of the silly season. Happy Friday 🌻

02/10/2019

Mothers Love 💕

07/08/2019

HunterBred Industry Updates & Events - Seminars, Stud Staff Course, Irish National Stud Scholarships - https://mailchi.mp/9edb314edddf/hunterbredenewsletters-1158989

02/08/2019

2019 Foaling Season has commenced
Quick check list for your foaling kit and a refresher of what to expect when expecting- by our new equine vet Brianna Pownall

27/07/2019

💙 Its a Colt💙
Congratulations Chloe and Lee on the arrival of your son Lachlan. We can’t wait to meet him

12/05/2019

Happy Mother’s Day to all Mums 💐💞

09/05/2019

The office and pharmacy will be closed tomorrow, Friday 10th May from 12.00pm, we are off to the Scone Cup Races. There will be a veterinarian on call for emergencies please phone 02 6545 1522