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Galedin Veterinary- Equine

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Olympic standard equine care. Our team of experts ensures your horse receives top-quality treatment, helping them perform at their best.
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Trusted by the Olympic Brazilian equestrian team and Badminton winners. We offer in-patient and surgical facilities. Our journey to become Galedin Vets began over 100 years ago. In 1817, Robert Glaister was invited and paid 50 guineas by the Border Union Agricultural society to move his practice from Wooler in Northumberland, to Kelso. Whether it's your small household pet, your horse or your live

stock that need our attention, our team of over 30 vets have broad collective experiences to ensure that your animal gets incomparable care. But how do you pronounce 'Galedin'? Well, that depends on who you ask, but we say it "Gah-Ledd-Inn".

01/11/2024

🎆 Fireworks & horse safety 🎆

As the firework season approaches, keep your horse calm by ensuring their stable or paddock is securely enclosed. Create a quiet, familiar space with their usual bedding, feed, and water. If possible, stay with them for reassurance, and play soft music to mask the noise. Monitor their behaviour for signs of distress and consult your vet if needed. Be aware of local firework schedules to prepare in advance and help your horse feel safer.

30/10/2024

🐴 What are the signs your horse may have arthritis? 🐴

Recognising arthritis in horses is important as it can be a painful disease. It causes inflammation within the joint and commonly affects hocks, pasterns, front fetlocks, and coffin joints although any joint may be affected.

Here are some signs to watch for:

🔸 Lameness

🔸 Reduced range of motion

🔸 Joint swelling and heat

🔸 Stiffness

🔸 Behavioural changes

🔸 Loss of muscle mass

🔸 Changes in gait

🔸 Poor performance

🔸 Progressive symptoms

28/10/2024

As our equine asthma initiative draws to a close our shared responsibility to continue promoting respiratory wellness in horses remains. Throughout this initiative, we've shared essential insights aimed at promoting better understanding and proactive management of equine asthma.

Thank you for being part of this initiative. Here's to a future where every horse breathes easier!

24/10/2024

Equine asthma, affects a significant number of horses, causing negative effects on quality of life and poor performance.

Thorough veterinary investigation is essential for correct diagnosis and suitable medical treatment.

Regular veterinary check-ups are required to monitor the response to treatment.
If you are suspect your horse may have equine asthma, please contact us on 01361 883742.

22/10/2024

As the leaves change and autumn sets in, it’s important to remember that laminitis doesn’t take a season off. Even though the weather is cooler, horses are still at risk.
Laminitis can be triggered by factors such as changes in diet and rich pastures. Stay vigilant and keep an eye out for any signs of discomfort in your horses.

What to watch for:
🍂 Lameness
🍂 Heat in the hooves
🍂 Changes in behaviour

Prevention tips
🍁 Be mindful of rich pasture and sudden changes in diet
🍁 Keep up with regular trims and hoof health checks
🍁 Keep your horse’s weight in check to avoid additional stress on their hooves

Keeping your horse healthy through every season is key to preventing laminitis.

18/10/2024

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Ever wonder why your horse might be spooking at things that seem perfectly normal? Here’s a quick rundown on why your horse might be jumping at shadows:

👻 Health issues: If spooking seems sudden or severe, it's worth checking in with your vet. Discomfort, pain or eye issues can make a horse more jumpy

🎃 Heightened senses: Horses have incredibly sharp senses and are naturally wired to be alert to potential threats

👻 New environments: Moving to a new place or changing their routine can make your horse feel uneasy. Any new sight or sound can be a source of anxiety

🎃 Past experiences: Sometimes, past traumas or negative experiences can cause a horse to be more reactive to certain stimuli

👻 Lack of confidence: Horses with less training or confidence might spook more easily

If you are worried about your horse’s spooking, drop us a message or give us a call.

16/10/2024

How is equine asthma managed and prevented?

Equine asthma can be prevented and managed with proper stable and environmental care. This includes ensuring good ventilation, using dust-free bedding, and providing high-quality, low-dust hay. Regular turnout and minimising exposure to irritants such as mould and pollen can prevent flare-ups. Collaborating with your vet for a personalised management plan is crucial for effectively addressing equine asthma and improving the wellbeing of affected horses.

14/10/2024

If your horse is coughing, it could be equine asthma. Prompt veterinary care is key! If you are suspect your horse may have equine asthma, please contact us on 01361 883742

10/10/2024

On World Mental Health Day, let’s celebrate the unique ways we can support our wellbeing! Horses have a remarkable ability to boost our mental health through their gentle presence and non-judgmental companionship. Spending time with horses can reduce anxiety, improve mood and foster a sense of calm. Whether through riding, grooming, or simply being near them, horses offer a healing touch for our minds and hearts.

10/10/2024

We currently have a vacancy for a part time Receptionist to join our great team at Kelso. For further information and to apply, please follow the link below.

https://www.galedinvet.com/careers-and-vacancies

09/10/2024

How can equine asthma be treated?

Diagnostics are crucial for monitoring the effectiveness of treatments on inflammation and airway constriction. Vets use these insights to adjust treatment plans, whether by changing medication dosages, modifying environmental conditions, or maintaining the current regime.

07/10/2024

Treating equine asthma effectively involves a comprehensive approach that combines environmental management with medicine intervention.

The environment is crucial in triggering and worsening symptoms. However, severe cases require medication to reduce inflammation and bronchoconstriction. This typically involves corticosteroids or bronchodilators administered orally, by inhalation, or intravenously.

03/10/2024

Diagnostics, such as endoscopic examinations, tracheal washes and bronchoalveolar lavage, are essential tools in accurately diagnosing asthma in horses because they allow vets to confirm the diagnosis as well as determine and monitor the severity of the condition.

For more information, please contact the practice on 01361 883742.

02/10/2024

We've an exciting opportunity for a part time Receptionist to join our fantastic team at Duns. For further information and to apply, visit the careers page of our website via the link below.
https://www.galedinvet.com/careers-and-vacancies

01/10/2024

🍂 📷Capture the beauty of autumn rides 📷🍂

The crisp autumn air and vibrant leaves make for the perfect riding backdrop. Share your favourite autumn riding moments with us in the comments box below.

30/09/2024

What are the diagnostic processes for diagnosing equine asthma?

Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL):

A diagnostic procedure that collects fluid and cells from the lower respiratory tract for analysis, valuable for evaluating respiratory diseases in horses. A flexible tube is passed through the nasal passages and trachea into the lower airways. Sterile saline solution is instilled and then quickly aspirated back, retrieving cells, proteins, and other substances. BAL provides crucial information on the type and severity of respiratory conditions. Interpreting BAL results requires considering clinical signs, history and other diagnostic findings.

Most horses tolerate these tests very well with just light sedation.

27/09/2024

What are the diagnostic processes for diagnosing equine asthma?

Tracheal Wash (TW)

A tracheal wash is a diagnostic procedure to assess respiratory health in horses. Fluid is introduced into the trachea via an endoscope and then collected. Performed under sedation for safety, an endoscope is inserted through the nostril into the trachea, allowing visualization and catheter placement. Saline solution is infused and immediately withdrawn, capturing samples of the tracheal lining and material. The collected fluid is examined microscopically and may undergo bacterial or fungal cultures to identify pathogens. This helps vets develop appropriate treatment plans for respiratory conditions.

Most horses tolerate these tests very well with just light sedation.

24/09/2024

What are the diagnostic processes for diagnosing equine asthma?

Endoscopic examination

This procedure uses a flexible endoscope to visualise the horse's upper and lower airways, allowing vets to observe airway inflammation, mucus accumulation and other changes related to asthma. The endoscope is inserted through the nostril, passed through the nasal passages and pharynx into the trachea, and advanced to the bronchi. Vets carefully navigate the endoscope while observing real-time images on a monitor.

Address

Cheeklaw Veterinary Centre, Industrial Estate, Station Road
Duns
TD113HS

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm
Saturday	8:30am - 12pm

Telephone

+441361883266

Website

https://www.galedinvet.com/equine

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🌡🩺🐴 It’s time to take the Temp Check Challenge!🐴🩺🌡 As part of Strangles Awareness Week 2023 we’re encouraging horse owners to get to know their horse’s normal temperature and be able to spot fever early. Everyone who uploads at least three readings on the Temp Checker before May 13th will be entered into a fantastic prize draw to win a yard tour with champion Piggy March or Olympian Richard Davison! https://www.redwings.org.uk/strangles/horse-temperature-checker #HotBeforeSnot #SAW2023 #TempCheckChallenge #StranglesAwarenessWeek

🦷🦷🦷🐎 Dental Saturday 🐎🦷🦷🦷 What are the main signs of a dental problem? • Weight loss • Difficulty eating • Quidding (dropping chewed up balls of feed) • Bitting problems • Issues when ridden • Bad breath • Behavioral changes • Facial swelling • One-sided nasal discharge Clinical signs of dental disease are variable and there may be no outward clinical signs at all.

⚠️🐎 Mobile radiography: information for owners 🐴⚠️ We understand that Diagnostic Imaging is often essential to provide us with the answers we need to deliver a correct diagnosis. Whilst we offer mobile state of the art radiography, we need to ensure that we keep our customers, as safe as possible. Radiography can be harmful if HSE rules are not adhered to. Therefore, we must always follow guidelines and regulations set out by the Health & Safety Executive. These points will hopefully help you to understand these.

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