Peakfield Farm Vets

05/10/2025

After the strong winds in the last 24 hours, there is an even higher risk of acorn poisoning - please be vigilant 🐄 🐑

01/10/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the show today for a beef cob and a mulled cider. Another great day out and Vickie was thrilled to win second prize for our trade stand. Thank you Brailsford Match!

27/09/2025

BLUETONGUE UPDATE - BTV8 found in Cornwall while BTV3 continues to spread.

▫️More and more cases of BTV3 now being reported throughout England and yesterday, the first cases were identified in Wales.

▫️There have now been a total of 4 confirmed cases in Derbyshire and the likelihood is that many more have gone unreported.

▫️There has been a case of BTV8 confirmed in Cornwall, this strain last made it to the UK in 2008 and is not covered by the BTV3 vaccines we have been using this year.

Please continue to be vigilant and report any suspicious signs, even if animals are vaccinated

If you have not yet vaccinated your stock for BTV3, please call the practice to discuss your options

26/09/2025

We’re really looking forward to seeing you all at the ploughing match on Wednesday - dare we say, it’s looking like it will be sunny and dry which will make a pleasant change after some ‘exciting’ weather in the past!🤞🏻 🤞🏻☔️💨🍃😎

19/09/2025

BLUETONGUE CONFIRMED IN DERBYSHIRE

We've had confirmation today of a case of BTV3 in a cow on one of our farms in Derbyshire.

The cow in question was lethargic and showed increased respiratory rate and reddening and erosion around her nostrils (see photo).

Other signs to look out for include, weight loss, fever, swollen limbs and excessive drooling and nasal discharge that can affect the breathing.

Other issues include poor fertility and high barren rates - we also noted 2 cows losing pregnancies at the visit where this animal was examined.

*If you haven't already vaccinated, now is the time to do so!*

If possible, we aim to vaccinate sheep prior to tupping, but the vaccine can also be given in pregnancy. For cattle, two injections are required so speed is of the essence.

If you are concerned that your animals may be showing symptoms, or if you would like to learn more about vaccination, please give us a call on 01283 243363 and speak to one of the vets.

13/09/2025

19/08/2025

Some absolutely cracking photos of one of our youngest customers modelling his clothing and merch! Thank you Becky - you have a talent!

(& Chris might get his clothing range yet!!)

24/05/2025

Sadly, Bluetongue is not going away.

From July 1st, all of England will enter the Bluetongue restricted zone, meaning no more restrictions on animal movements for shows or sales. As movements increase from the infected areas, we can expect the disease to spread to new locations, and likely infect new populations of midges. Vaccination remains the best way to protect your herd or flock, so talk to us now about getting your name on the list for vaccine as supplies have been limited of late.

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/bluetongue-virus-restricted-zone-to-be-extended-to-all-of-england-on-1-july-2025 #:~:text=The%20Bluetongue%20Virus%20restricted%20zone,throughout%20England%20without%20movement%20tests.

The bluetongue virus (BTV) restricted zone is being extended to cover the whole of England, ending movement restrictions for animals.