Valley Equine Hospital

01/07/2025

19/06/2025

She has been reunited with her owners 🤗

Lost dog found in Upper Lambourn, please contact us on 07766698459 if you think she may belong to you

13/06/2025

Say hello to our Hallmarq Standing Equine Distal Limb Scanner - changing the game in equine imaging 🐎

🔹 900 high-resolution X-rays captured in just 60 seconds
🔹 Creates a detailed 3D image of the foot, pastern, and fetlock
🔹 Standing, weight-bearing scan under sedation - no need for general anesthesia
🔹 Advanced i3D imaging at a fraction of the cost of traditional CT
🔹 Ideal for lameness diagnostics, pre-purchase exams, and surgical planning

This scanner brings precision, speed, and safety together - all while keeping your horse comfortable. To refer a horse for imaging with our CT please contact us on 01488 71999!

09/06/2025

Lets talk about Cushing’s🐴
�Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID), also known as cushing’s disease is a common hormonal disorder that primarily affects horses over the age of 15, but younger horses can be affected too.

PPID occurs when changes in the pituitary gland lead to an overproduction ACTH, causing a variety of symptoms that can range from subtle to severe.
🚩 Signs to Watch For:
* A long, wavy or curly coat that doesn’t shed normally
* Loss of muscle over the top line or pot bellied appearance
* Lethargy or changes in attitude
* Increased drinking and urination
* Laminitis
* Delayed healing or recurring infections
These signs can sneak up gradually, which is why it’s important to know what’s normal for your horse and to keep an eye out for changes.

PPID can be diagnosed with a simple blood test. While there’s no cure, it can be successfully managed with daily medication (Pergolide), dietary changes, and good routine care. Many horses with PPID live long, comfortable, active lives with the correct care.

Routine checkups for senior horses are key to catching conditions like PPID early. Don’t wait until symptoms become severe - early diagnosis can help reduce the risk of serious complications like laminitis.

If you have any questions or concerns please don’t hestitate to get in contact with our Vets on 01488 71999

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04/06/2025

04/06/2025

💙🐴 Be Kind to Your Equine Vet And Their Team 🐴💙

Behind every healthy horse is a dedicated vet who works long hours, braves all weather, and shows up—day or night—for emergencies. The team at Severn Edge Equine really do.
✅ They miss holidays, birthdays and special occasions
✅ They work day and night through the week and weekends
✅ They care deeply—sometimes more than you realize.

They are our heroes, but they are only human! They sacrifice so much to simply do their very best!
A kind word, a little patience, and mutual respect go a long way.
Let’s keep our equine community strong by supporting the people who care for our horses' health and well-being.

29/05/2025

Our onsite laboratory offers a wide range of tests in house! 🧪

This includes routine blood tests and cytology on a range of sample types🩸

We also offer microbiology with bacteria identification and antimicrobial testing🔬

Faecal worm egg counts can be performed and interpreted including advice on worming and worming risk management🪱

If you have any queries with regards to laboratory tests, please contact us on 01488 71999 and ask for the lab 🥼

28/05/2025

It’s with heavy hearts that we share the news that our much loved practice cat, Oscar, passed away peacefully over the weekend. 🧡

Oscar wasn’t just part of the furniture - he was a member of the VEH family. He lived with all of the hospital Interns for the last 15 years and he’ll be deeply missed by all who knew him. Oscar loved performing lameness examinations, stealing warm spots in the sun and sneaking cuddles from externs! He brought so much joy and comfort to both our team and our clients over the years.

Rest easy, Oscar 🌈🐱

28/05/2025

Lets talk about Poisonous Plants ☀️🌿�As UK fields bloom with summer growth, toxic plants can sneak into pastures and hay. Some are deadly even in small amounts, so it’s vital to recognise the signs and protect your horses.

Here are 5 common culprits:
🌼 Ragwort
* Appearance: Bright yellow daisy-like flowers with ragged leaves
* Toxin: Pyrrolizidine alkaloids
* Signs: Chronic liver damage which can lead to weight loss, dull coat, behaviour changes, photosensitivity (sunburn), and poor coordination. Toxic even when dried in hay.
🌸 Foxglove
* Appearance: Tall spikes of tubular purple or pink flowers, common in hedgerows and field edges
* Toxin: Cardiac glycosides
* Signs: Irregular heart rhythm, colic, tremors, collapse, or sudden death. Just a few leaves can be fatal.
☠️ Hemlock
* Appearance: Tall plant with purple-spotted stems, fern-like leaves, and umbrella-shaped white flowers
* Toxin: Alkaloids affecting the nervous system
* Signs: Muscle tremors, incoordination, difficulty breathing, and collapse. Fast-acting and extremely toxic.
🌲 Yew
* Appearance: Evergreen tree with flat, dark green needles and bright red berries
* Toxin: Taxine alkaloids
* Signs: Often sudden death due to cardiac failure. Horses may die within minutes of ingestion—even small amounts are fatal.
🌼 Buttercup
* Appearance: Glossy yellow flowers, grows in clusters in damp or overgrazed fields
* Toxin: Protoanemonin (only in fresh plant)
* Signs: Oral irritation, drooling, blisters around the mouth, reluctance to eat. Typically avoided if sufficient forage is available.

Top Tips:�✔️ Walk your fields regularly—especially after mowing or reseeding.�✔️ Don’t allow overgrazing—hungry horses are less picky.�✔️ Check hay for dried toxic plants.�✔️ Unsure about a plant? Take a photo and ask your vet!