5 Starr Equine Vets - Dr Sophie Starr

09/07/2025

🐴 𝗛𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘀 🐴
Inlight of the recent case of hendra virus, I've been collaborating closely with Zoetis to present you with a remarkable offer that will save you money and protect your horse and family from this fatal disease. As of 14th July, the second "booster" hendra vaccination will be complimentary, with travel being the only expense incurred by you.
If you would like to book an appointment please dont hesitate to call, text or Facebook message.

09/07/2025

This sad case serves as a timely reminder of the importance of vigilance and awareness regarding Hendra virus, particularly when dealing with sick unvaccinated horses. The Zoetis Vaccine is our primary defense against this fatal disease. This registered vaccine was introduced in 2012 with almost 1.2 million doses given to nearly 240,000 horses nationwide. It has provided a significant public health and workplace health and safety benefit by reducing the risk of Hendra virus transmission to humans and other susceptible animals.

Other management practices that can be implemented to protect you and your horse are as follows:

🐴 Reduce Flying Fox Contact With Horses.
🦄 Moving food and water containers from under trees where flying foxes may roost or feed
🦄 restrict horse's access to trees occupied by flying foxes by fencing where possible
🦄 remove fruit and debris from under trees that have been occupied by flying foxes

🐴 Hygiene and biosercurity measures
🦄 handwashing after handling horses
🦄 personal protective equipment - eg. gloves
🦄 equipment hygiene - eg. disinfection of horses handling equipment
🦄 isolate sick horses
🦄 report suspect cases by contacting your vet

Watch this space as Dr Sophie has been busy organising a special offer for you to save money and protect your horse and family from this fatal disease.

MEDIA RELEASE | Veterinarians urge vigilance and vaccination following Hendra virus case in Queensland

Equine Veterinarians Australia (EVA), a special interest group of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA), has reinforced the importance of vaccination and biosecurity after Biosecurity Queensland today confirmed a case of Hendra virus in an unvaccinated horse in south-east Queensland.

Dr Laura Hardefeldt, EVA President, expressed strong support for the veterinarian who managed the case and reiterated the critical role of horse owners in preventing the spread of this deadly disease.

“We commend the referral veterinarian for their swift and professional response, which undoubtedly helped contain the risk to people and other animals,” said Dr Hardefeldt.

“This case is a stark reminder that Hendra virus remains a real and present threat. Vaccination is the best defence we have to protect horses, veterinarians, and the broader community.”

Read more: https://www.ava.com.au/media-centre/media-releases/veterinarians-urge-vigilance-and-vaccination-following-hendra-virus-case-in-queensland/

QLD DPI media release: https://www.dpi.qld.gov.au/news-media/news/hendra-virus-south-east-queensland

QLD Government Hendra virus information: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/condition/infections-and-parasites/viral-infections/hendra-virus-infection

04/07/2025

As most of you are aware, I'm currently sidelined with ligament damage to my ankle, so I'm using this opportunity to take a family holiday to the warmer regions of the country. I'll be back on deck on 14th July. If you're interested in making a booking, please send me a message, as my phone service is unreliable, and I'll be in touch on 14th July. Meanwhile, take a look at this article, as it's relevant to horse owners in the Lockyer Valley who are currently facing this crisis.

The case of the vanishing vet

In July’s Equestrian Hub Magazine, we look at the issue of the often cut-price equine dental services offered by practitioners other than trained vets, and at the shortage of equine vets, which is becoming more and more of a problem. If you’re curious to know why there’s a connection between these two topics, you really mustn’t miss this article – the answer may surprise you!

Read or download the latest issue of Equestrian Hub Magazine online absolutely free: https://equestrianhub.com.au



Equine Veterinary & Dental Services Pty. Ltd. (EVDS)

25/06/2025

Exciting new Sire for QLD bloodlines 😍

The wait is over! Introducing…….

21/06/2025

Good luck to all competitors today and tomorrow. I'm sad I can't be there. HAVE FUN 🐎🔥

19/06/2025

Hopefully he has a speedy recovery and we can see him next season. 🐎

Alabar, Nevele R Stud, and Diamond Creek Farm regret to announce that Always B Miki will not be shuttling to Australia for the upcoming 2025 breeding season.

Due to a lower leg injury, Always B Miki missed the end of the American stud season and is currently restricted to stall rest as he continues his rehabilitation.

While the injury is not life-threatening, it has unfortunately ruled him out of international travel and stud duties in Australasia this year.

The timing of this setback is particularly disappointing given Always B Miki’s outstanding success as a sire across Australasia.

He is currently enjoying a remarkable run, having shared top honours with Art Major as the leading sire of Australian Group 1 winners last season.

In 2025, his progeny continue to shine, including the undefeated NSW Derby champion Always Hot and the New Zealand bred dual Group 1 winner Mister Smartee.

05/06/2025

This is a great seminar and run by the best in the business.

Equine Breeding and Foal Management Seminar 2025 - Program Run Sheet 🐴 ✨

Monday 23rd June 2025
Location: Shepparton Golf Club Conference Room
8am: Coffee and introduction
8.30-9.15am: Preventative medicine for broodmare farms -Dr. Fiona Herzog
9.15-9.45am: Reproductive ultrasound – Dr. Fiona Herzog
9.45-10.30am: Reproductive management and medications- when to give and why? -Dr. Fiona Herzog
10.30-11am: Morning tea
11-11.45am: Periparturient conditions of the broodmare -Dr. Angus McKinnon
11.45- 12.30am: Normal and abnormal foaling – Dr. Angus McKinnon
12.30-1pm: Lunch
1-2pm: Breeding the problem mare -Dr. Fiona Herzog
2-2.45pm: Placentitis and abortion- Dr. Fiona Herzog
2.45-3pm: Normal foal examination- Dr. Katy Johnson
3-3.15pm: Failure of passive transfer and IGG- Dr. Rabab Benhjila
3.15-4pm: Common medical conditions of the neonate – Dr. Gaby Van Galen
4-4.45pm: Orthopedic conditions of foals – Part 1- Dr. Denis Verwilghen
4.45-5.30pm: Orthopedic conditions of foals- Part 2- Dr. Denis Verwilghen

Tuesday 24th June
Location: Shepparton Golf Club Conference Room
8am: Coffee
8.30am-9am: Stallion semen collection and evaluation – Dr. Angus McKinnon
9-9.30am: Semen handling with focus on chilled semen preservation -Dr. Fiona Herzog
9.30-10am: Equine embryo transfer – Dr. Fiona Herzog
10-10.30am: Morning tea
10.30- 11am: Assisted reproductive techniques with focus on OPU-ICSI- Dr. Fiona Herzog and Dr. Mo Bahrami
11am- Questions and Answer Time
11.30- 12.30pm- Lunch break

Practical and Demonstration Sessions
Location: Goulburn Valley Equine Hospital
12.30-1pm: Stallion semen collection with Tahnee Griffith and Dr. Fiona Herzog
1-3pm: 4-part rotations
1. Semen evaluation with Tahnee Griffith
2. Reproductive ultrasound with Dr. Fiona Herzog
3. Reproductive anatomy lab with Dr. Rabab Benhjila
4. Neonatal resuscitation with Dr. Gaby Van Galen
3pm Finish and questions

RSVP's ESSENTIAL - 13th June 2025
Please call 0358299566 or email [email protected]

14/05/2025

⭐️𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍⭐️
I will be unavailable from 29th May to 16th June due to undergoing minor surgery. Please respect that I may not be able to take calls during this time. Thank you for your understanding.

08/05/2025

💚🩵Matchy Matchy 🩵💚
Today I'll be rocking my nails by Miss Skyla Rose (my 2yo daughter) 😍🦄 Happy Early Mothers Day Ladies 🩷

29/04/2025

The 5 Starr Equine Vets Girls had a great weekend on the road. A massive thankyou to NBHA QLD D1 and NBHA QLD D2 INC for 2 great days of barrel racing. If you're interested in giving barrel racing ago contact either of these clubs to find out more.

28/04/2025

Get your nominations in. New to barrel racing? Doesn't matter, as practice runs are available. You're welcome to walk, trot, or canter in a supportive environment that encourages you to have a go and enjoy yourself. The local arena is conveniently located just minutes from Gatton.

𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍 💥💥

𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃 𝟑 & 𝟒
📍 Gordon's Arena, 295 Kleidons Rd, Ropely (via Gatton)
⏰ Start: 10am (Exhibitions: 8-9.30am)

❌🐶 𝗡𝗢 𝗗𝗢𝗚𝗦 - if you have a dog you will be asked to leave
⛺️ 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 - no power or showers

💲 Entries must be paid in 𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙝 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙙𝙖𝙮 to allow for 𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙝 𝙥𝙖𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙨 on the day 💵💰

🐴 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘃𝗶𝗮: https://nbha.com.au/nomination_form/nom_form.php
🔹 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻: 25th April
🔹 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲: 30th April at midnight
𝘓𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 &/𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘤𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘶𝘳 𝘢 $10 𝘧𝘦𝘦 - 𝘯𝘰 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴.

📋 𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏
▪️NBHA Australia - to be completed & paid 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚 BEFORE the event ️
▪️ 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝟭 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝘆 - paperwork to be completed & paid for 𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙚 BEFORE getting on a horse
▪️ If you only want to be a 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿, then this must also be completed 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚 and paid BEFORE the event
https://www.nominate.com.au/Clubs/MemberRegistration.aspx?CID=556&fbclid=IwY2xjawJ7rXRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFyanlwSkoxR3FXRVMxaG1XAR53inQhWbWIHN7wGXewb7mvORziKUbHkaUXcYHKXbnO_njtLI6OoSmW3u9YDw_aem_pfDVUea5_H5p4TyPcjDQDA

24/04/2025

I just wanted to say a massive thankyou to the team at Fleet Tyre Group - Gatton & Lowood in Gatton for going out of their way for me this morning. You were run off your feet, yet still took the time to fix my puncture. Your customer service was incredible and deserves recognition. So thankyou again.





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