Good Doers DIY Grass Livery

09/06/2023

Good Doers Good Doers DIY Grass Livery is no longer open. We sold up when we retired after many happy years,.

17/12/2020

Lindsay and I have decided to retire. It's a beautiful place to be and we will miss it.
Should any of you wish to find an equestrian property, here is a link to Kinnochtry.
https://www.onthemarket.com/details/9770452/

Rettie & Co - Town & Country present this 3 bedroom equestrian property for sale in Kinnochtry Holdings, Coupar Angus, Blairgowrie

26/06/2020

🆘 Safety Saturday 🆘
BHS South Region - interesting note on modern baler twine.

Today's tip... baler twine! Did you know modern baler twine can easily have a breaking strain of 500kg ⚖️ or even more? We conventionally use baler twine to provide a weak point that can break in an emergency, instead of tying a horse to a fixed point... but this strength 💪 means my entire 15hh horse 🐴 could hang from it before it'd break and he'd have to put some serious effort in to snapping it, potentially doing himself some damage in the process 💥!

There are numerous devices on the market such as the Tether Tie (https://www.britishhorseshop.com/collections/tether-ties/products/idolo-tether-tie) that can be used in place of baler twine but for a cheap and cheerful cheat simply split the twine and tie up to a thinner piece!

The Idolo Tether Tie is a unique, knotless, tying system that helps teach your horse to tie safely. It is easy to use, supplied with a double ended trigger clip and simple to follow instructions. The tie comes in various colours. This lightweight, strong, versatile tying aid is a valuable asset to a...

31/05/2020

Apologies to the ladies. Baxter was very hot after his run around. I promise he hasn't done it before. Perhaps we need a paddling pool for the garden. 😁

23/04/2020

Such lovely skies these past evenings.

14/04/2020

Busy girls today. Not interested in a carrot!

01/04/2020

I can see you 😉.

29/03/2020

I bet she's got carrots. 🥕🥕🥕

27/03/2020

Here is the guidance regarding pet and livestock welfare during the Covid-19 restrictions. Very useful to know that you are permitted to visit your horses as part of your daily exercise while using social distancing and hygiene measures should you be challenged.

Stay safe folks.
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-advice-for-people-with-animals -livestock-and-other-animals

Advice for pet owners and livestock keepers on maintaining the welfare of their animals during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

24/12/2019

I was very amused today. I thought I spotted a dod of poo and nearly scooped this wee fellow up. He was just the right shade of brown.

04/04/2019

Nemo was very pleased that Glen was able to walk far enough for to visit today. And a carrot or two went down well too.

21/03/2019

Everyone glad of the mild weather and so relaxed today.

16/03/2019

Some like to stay in their shelter; some don't, hahaha.

14/03/2019

Eight years ago Joan.

28/02/2019

Maple enjoying the new grass. 😋

17/12/2018

**IMPACTION COLIC**. A useful reminder

This time of year marks changes in many horses' routines, including reduced turnout and therefore less exercise and access to pasture. In combination with freezing water buckets/drinkers when the temperature drops, we see reduced water intake and occasionally this results in colic due to impacted faeces.

**The Facts**

- Clinical signs include pawing the ground, flank watching, increased time lying down, reduced faecal output and straining to pass faeces

- Diagnosis is by re**al palpation. You're horse will be given buscopan +/- sedation to allow the vet to safely perform a re**al exam

- The most common part of the digestive system for an impaction to occur is the pelvic flexure as this is a narrowed region within the large colon

- Mainstay of treatment is oral fluid therapy performed by passing a tube into your horse's stomach via their nose whilst under sedation. Once the tube is in place they will be given a combination of water and either liquid paraffin or epsom salts to help soften and move the impaction. This may need repeated up to 4 times daily for a few days.

- Prevention methods are simple and include providing forage at regular intervals and daily exercise if horses are stabled 24/7, ensuring water is always available and encouraging drinking by providing salt licks and warm water in freezing conditions.

If you require further information on this topic, our dedicated equine vets can be contacted on 01563 522701.

15/11/2018

A couple of muddy boys on a lovely afternoon.