Parkside Vets - Equine

Parkside Vets - Equine Equine vets based in Dundee and providing care to the equines of Angus, Tayside and Fife. Our vets are available 24/7 and 365 days per year.

🙋Q&A WITH AN EQUINE VET 🙋Do you have any burning veterinary questions regarding the best care of your horse, pony or don...
11/04/2025

🙋Q&A WITH AN EQUINE VET 🙋

Do you have any burning veterinary questions regarding the best care of your horse, pony or donkey? Or maybe some questions regarding specific conditions?

Please comment below with any questions, or topics you would like us to discuss, and we will ensure these are answered in posts over the next few weeks.

We are always on the other end of the phone to answer any urgent queries regarding your horse, day or night, on 01382 811111.

🌞 The sun is finally shining! 🌞We hope you are all enjoying the sunshine with your four legged friends! It is fantastic...
09/04/2025

🌞 The sun is finally shining! 🌞

We hope you are all enjoying the sunshine with your four legged friends! It is fantastic to see the sun after what feels like a very long winter!

We would love to see any photos of you and your horses enjoying the better weather.

One of the perks of being an equine vet - lunch at a scenic spot by the beach!
27/03/2025

One of the perks of being an equine vet - lunch at a scenic spot by the beach!

⭐ THANK YOU! ⭐It is Veterinary Receptionist Appreciation Week and we would like to take this opportunity to say thank yo...
26/03/2025

⭐ THANK YOU! ⭐

It is Veterinary Receptionist Appreciation Week and we would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to Karen C, Darlene and Jennifer for all of their hard work in the equine office, not only today but every day. They are your first port of call when you phone the practice or visit us to collect medications and also help to keep the vets organised!

🌷Spring has sprung🌷It's time to shake off the winter blues after what felt like an endless, wet winter as spring is fina...
24/03/2025

🌷Spring has sprung🌷

It's time to shake off the winter blues after what felt like an endless, wet winter as spring is finally here. Enjoy the sunshine, make the most of the longer daylight hours with your horse and make some plans for the sunny days ahead.

23/03/2025

For our final podcast episode for Equine Health Week, we’re discussing something that none of us involved with horses want to think about, but which we all need to be prepared for – euthanasia and the importance of end of life planning.

Experts Alistair Crozier from Parkside Veterinary Group and Dr. Amelia Cameron from University of Nottingham’s School of Veterinary Medicine give insight into the euthanasia process, plus share some of the factors to think about when creating an end of life plan for your horse.

🎧 You can listen to this episode and all others from the series on your favourite podcast platform or via our Equine Health Week 2025 Hub 👉 bit.ly/EHW25Hub

Agria Equine Insurance

Vaccinate regularly, maintain good biosecurity and manage their environment to best protect your horse from equine influ...
20/03/2025

Vaccinate regularly, maintain good biosecurity and manage their environment to best protect your horse from equine influenza!

🐴Vaccination: Stay up-to date with appropriate regulatory requirements or veterinary recommendation (at least annual vaccinations)
🐴️ Biosecurity: Isolate new or sick horses, disinfect equipment and deal with isolated/sick horses after the rest of the yard to prevent cross contamination
🐴 Event prep: Vaccination well before events (7+ clear days after vaccination often a requirement)
🐴 Stable management: Keep spaces clean and well-ventilated
🐴️ Monitor health: Any increased temperature with coughing - seek urgent veterinary advice

Prevention is key - please call us on 01382 811111 to discuss how you can best protect your horse with one of our equine vets.

🐴 Parkside Equine Worm Egg Count Scheme 2025 🐴We are pleased to announce that we will be offering our own equine worm eg...
19/03/2025

🐴 Parkside Equine Worm Egg Count Scheme 2025 🐴

We are pleased to announce that we will be offering our own equine worm egg count scheme package, which is competitively priced as we can now run samples on our in-house machine.

Our worm egg count kits contain all you will require to run three worm egg count tests for your horse, pony or donkey and cost £28.50.

We also have single kits available at a cost of £9.50 each.

⭐ We have a bulk discount available for yards with >10 horses ⭐

Please contact us on 01382 811111 or email us at [email protected] to find out more information or to order your kits today! The kits will be available to purchase from 24th March.

We use our clinical examination skills and advanced tests like PCR (used to detect the virus' genetic material) and ELIS...
17/03/2025

We use our clinical examination skills and advanced tests like PCR (used to detect the virus' genetic material) and ELISA (to identify antibodies). Nasal swabs or samples help to confirm infection quickly and accurately - we have the ability to run nasal swabs in-house at our Dundee surgery.

Early diagnosis ensures effective management!

Breeding from your mare is a big decision that requires careful consideration and it’s important to ensure your horse is...
16/03/2025

Breeding from your mare is a big decision that requires careful consideration and it’s important to ensure your horse is in optimal health before taking the leap.

Here are some key things to think about:
🐴 Health assessment: Have a full vet check to ensure your horse is fit for breeding. This includes reproductive health
🐴 Age & temperament: Ensure your horse is at an appropriate age and has the right temperament for breeding
🐴 Genetics: Consider your horse’s bloodlines and whether breeding will help enhance the qualities you’re hoping to pass on
🐴 Post-breeding care: Make sure you're prepared for the care required during the pregnancy to foaling and after care

If you’re thinking of breeding from your mare, talk to us. We can help guide you through the process and make sure you're set up for success. Please call us on 01382 811111 and ask to speak to one of our dedicated equine vets.

🐴 High temperature (typically >38.9°C)🐴 Persistent cough (often lasting weeks beyond other symptoms)🐴 Nasal discharge wh...
14/03/2025

🐴 High temperature (typically >38.9°C)
🐴 Persistent cough (often lasting weeks beyond other symptoms)
🐴 Nasal discharge which usually starts clear and becomes thicker
🐴 Lethargy
🐴 Reduced appetite
🐴 Swollen lymph nodes (usually tender submandibular lymph nodes)
🐴 Increased respiratory rate
🐴 General muscle soreness/stiffness

Initial recovery usually takes a few weeks: more severe symptoms often affect young, old, or weak horses.

Early detection and care are crucial to manage and prevent spread.

🚨 Spring laminitis alert! 🚨 As the weather warms up, be extra vigilant for signs of laminitis in your horses. The lush, ...
13/03/2025

🚨 Spring laminitis alert! 🚨

As the weather warms up, be extra vigilant for signs of laminitis in your horses. The lush, sugary grass can increase the risk of this painful condition, especially in donkeys, ponies and horses prone to metabolic issues such as EMS or Cushing's disease.

Signs to watch out for:
🐴 Lameness, particularly in the front feet
🐴 Heat in the hooves
🐴 A digital pulse or sensitivity to touch
🐴 Reluctance to move and/or extended periods of lying down

If you spot any of these signs, contact us on 01382 811111 for prompt advice and treatment. Preventative measures such as limiting grazing and managing weight can aid with reducing the risk.

Keep your equine friends safe this spring!

How is equine influenza spread?🐴 Aerosolised droplets: Infected horses release virus-laden droplets into the air when co...
11/03/2025

How is equine influenza spread?

🐴 Aerosolised droplets: Infected horses release virus-laden droplets into the air when coughing or sneezing, which nearby horses can inhale
🐴Direct contact: The virus spreads through close interactions, such as nose-to-nose contact between horses
🐴Contaminated surfaces: The virus can survive on items like grooming tools, feed buckets, water troughs, and clothing
🐴Human transmission: Humans can carry the virus on hands, clothing, or equipment, spreading it between horses
🐴Shared airspaces: Close quarters in stables, barns, or transport allow rapid virus transmission

⚠️Spring Alert: Poisonous plants, trees and hedges for horses ⚠️As spring blooms across the UK, it’s time to be aware of...
10/03/2025

⚠️Spring Alert: Poisonous plants, trees and hedges for horses ⚠️

As spring blooms across the UK, it’s time to be aware of potential risks posed by certain plants in your horse’s pasture. Here are some plants to watch out for that could be harmful to your horse.

Signs of poisoning include:
🐴 Loss of appetite
🐴 Drooling
🐴 Lethargy or weakness
🐴 Difficulty standing or walking

What can you do?
🐴 Regularly inspect pastures and remove known poisonous plants
🐴 Avoid overgrazing to prevent horses from eating harmful plants
🐴 Keep an eye out for any new plant growth in your fields

If you suspect your horse has eaten something toxic, contact your vet immediately. We're here to help - please call us on 01382 811111 if you have any queries regarding your own horse.

Did you know equine influenza is currently circulating within the UK?Recent data shows that 22 cases were confirmed in t...
08/03/2025

Did you know equine influenza is currently circulating within the UK?

Recent data shows that 22 cases were confirmed in the last six months of 2024, indicating on-going active transmission all around the UK.

🐴 What is Equine Influenza? 🐴This disease is often underestimated because we expect horses to be vaccinated. However, un...
06/03/2025

🐴 What is Equine Influenza? 🐴

This disease is often underestimated because we expect horses to be vaccinated. However, unvaccinated horses risk severe illness during outbreaks and vaccinated ones can still be affected. The virus, which targets the respiratory system, spreads quickly through the air, contact and contaminated equipment. Though rarely fatal, it can seriously affect a horse's health and performance.

Shannon spent a couple of days away this week attending an Equine Clinical Board meeting held at Three Counties Equine H...
06/03/2025

Shannon spent a couple of days away this week attending an Equine Clinical Board meeting held at Three Counties Equine Hospital near Tewkesbury.

Shannon was recently appointed as a new member of the VetPartners Equine Clinical Board. The board discuss the matters important to equine vets in practice and come up with strategies to help vets provide the best care to our equine patients - within the VetPartners group and across the industry.

It was a really interesting meeting with lots of ideas to take back to Parkside! 🐴

⭐ FREE VACCINATION OFFER! ⭐During the months of March and April 2025 all horses, ponies and donkeys starting their equin...
03/03/2025

⭐ FREE VACCINATION OFFER! ⭐

During the months of March and April 2025 all horses, ponies and donkeys starting their equine influenza vaccination course will receive the 3rd vaccination (August-December)**FREE OF CHARGE!**.

To book an appointment or for further information, please call our equine team on 01382 811111.

**Vaccine cost only, visit fees still apply. The offer is only open to horses that are over 9 months of age and have not yet been vaccinated against equine influenza or are overdue an annual booster. First vaccination to take place in March or April 2025. The free vaccination is only for the third vaccination of the course.

Address

5 Kings Cross Road
Dundee
DD23PT

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+441382811111

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