Melissa Packer Equine Veterinary Services Limited

16/08/2024

02/08/2024

Thank Frank it’s Friday!

26/07/2024

Thanks Gorgeous Frank it’s Friday! Have a great weekend y’all!

26/07/2024

Oh no… not more work 🙈

19/07/2024

Thank Frank it’s Friday! Have a great weekend!

06/07/2024

Today's the day!!! 🎉 We have an amazing line up of bands all day in our main arena! 🎶 The weather has not gone in our favour however Rockin' The Country festival goes on and the sunshine is coming 💪🏼☀️

Don't forget your camping chairs and a coat! 🧥

See you soon ♥️🤍💙

13/04/2024

Advance warning!
On Monday 22nd April - Wednesday 24th April I will be on my ABVA practical course… hopefully then allowing me to practice acupuncture on horses in the future. So please book in for routine work avoiding those days!
As per normal emergency cover will be in place, so same number to call and you will be put in touch with the vet on call.
Thanks in advance. I will be available in the evenings for advice but I will be working hard during the days on my course.
Mel x

08/04/2024

Good afternoon! We are trying to remind people before their visit to remember their horses passports… this is proving to be really useful so we will endeavour to give reminders for our routine appointments the day before the visit. If for any reason you need to cancel a scheduled visit please give us at least 24 hours (one working days) notice so we can fit someone else in to that appointment! Many thanks! Mel x

05/03/2024

We are pleased to be able to offer shockwave treatment for those horses which are in need. Here is a little bit of information about shockwave therapy. For any further questions and prices please contact the clinic on the normal number.

What can shockwave therapy treat?

Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) is an emerging new technology for treating musculoskeletal problems, soft tissue and bone injuries in horses. ESWT is noninvasive and used to stimulate healing, so that horses can return to a level of full fitness and useful activity without recurrence of disease.
Shockwave stimulates the body’s own repair process by increasing the blood flow to affected areas, which accelerates healing and often results in quicker relief from pain. It also helps heal chronic inflammation, stimulates collagen, which connects and supports tissue, and also breaks up calcium deposits.

Shockwave therapy has been found to be most therapeutically beneficial treatment for injuries at the soft tissue-bone interface. These areas are often difficult to medicate, and unsuitable for surgery. Therefore, the non-invasive and focused attributes of ESWT have proved extremely valuable.

28/02/2024

Interesting case today, a 3 year old gelding with a wolf tooth on the lower arcade which was causing issues with the bit, and referred to us for removal by their EDT. The crown was very large and there was minimal movement so an X-ray was taken to assess the root. The tooth was removed under standing sedation and local anaesthetic and came out well with minimal soft tissue damage. Not as easily removed as normal wolf teeth though!

21/02/2024

Let the mare scanning days begin!

21/02/2024

Meg and I have been doing dental examinations today. It is important to have your horse regularly checked by a veterinary surgeon or equine dental technician.
This little pony had a very small mouth and we used our newly designed power float to access the teeth at the back of the mouth with ease.

17/02/2024

Busy afternoon and evening on call! This was an interesting case this evening, a mare found in the field salivating and depressed. This was retrieved carefully from the back of her throat.. it had damaged some of the tissue at the back of the mouth. Hopefully she will feel better now! Wishing her a speedy recovery 🤞
Her owners were happy to share this to make people aware that these things happen sadly.

02/02/2024

Thank Frank it’s Friday peeps!!

21/01/2024

GROOM/ YARDIE REQUIRED!

Job vacancy to join our close friendly team. Basic yard duties for 7-8 horses early mornings during the week and occasional extra hours when on duty/ away.

This job would suit someone competent with handling horses and ponies, good at all stable duties and someone wanting a gateway into equine veterinary nursing care, although the role is primarily horse husbandry.

Must be able to drive and reliable. References are essential.
Please pm me for more details!

28/11/2023

We are very excited to have Faye Gissane join our team full time on Friday! Faye will be assisting our veterinary team and helping the days run smoothly. I think most of you will know Faye, owner of Strawberry and a long standing helper with the rescue ponies. Welcome to the team Faye! 🥰🥳

05/11/2023

This is amazing..

26/10/2023

Stunning shirts! 😍

26/10/2023

Good luck barrel racers!!! Go for it 🙏🤠

20/10/2023

🚜🚜Calling all tractor drivers! 🚜 🚜

The countdown is on to this year's Archers Festive Tractor Run on Sunday 17th December 2023 in Leicestershire.

We want to ensure you have the best chance of joining us 🚜🎅 This year, we want you to be able to secure your place early! 🎄

📅 Bookings for all drivers is now open!!

🔜 What's next:

📞 Get in touch! Direct Message me on here.

🚜 if you know a friend or a colleague who would like to attend this year's festive tractor run, please get them to message me directly.

📋 please have a valid insurance policy number and driving license number on hand on the day if you are planning to attend.

13/10/2023

Congratulations Faye Gissane! Certified K Laser operator now with the certificate to prove it! 🥳

11/10/2023

Extremely busy with our new K laser today! We now offer the very best class 4 laser therapy and laser surgery. The K laser meets the medical standards and regulations. We are so happy to be able to offer this service to aid our patients recovery times and comfort. 😁

11/10/2023

11/10/2023

We are very excited about introducing Alpha 2Eq from Astaria to our practice today! Alpha 2 macroglobulin is a molecule derived from your horses blood which has anti inflammatory effects and upregulates anabolic genes. We are using it to treat joints 😁

02/10/2023

Happy Halloween! Thank you Superstar-Pets for our amazing Halloween advert! Enjoy the trick for treats and have a go at our competition! 😎

22/09/2023

Thank Frank it’s Friday everyone!!

21/09/2023

We love Franks new advert for us! Thank you Superstar-Pets

20/09/2023

Weight assessment clinic!
It’s that time of year… summer has been.. the grass has been rich! Now it’s time for your horses and ponies to lose weight! Or alternatively if your horses are lean it’s time to assess their weight before the extra strain of winter!
So we are offering a deal for clients to have their horses weighed, body condition score assessment, dental check (does not include rasping or treatment) and worming discussion at home for £40 (including VAT) which includes bringing the weighbridge to your home or yard. Please contact us at the practice if you are interested in assessing your horses weight and condition.

20/08/2023