Loch Leven Equine Practice

10/09/2025

✨ Could your horse be suffering from Gastric Ulcers? ✨

It’s one of the most talked-about topics online – “Which supplement should I use?” or “My horse is showing xyz… could it be ulcers?”
But here’s the truth: the only way to know for sure is with a Gastroscope.

🔎 Common signs to look out for (not all horses will present with all clinical signs):
• Drop or change in performance
• Behaviour changes
• Weight loss or difficulty maintaining condition
• Recurrent colic
• Discomfort when girthing
• Dull or poor coat

A Gastroscope gives your vet a clear picture of what’s happening inside, allowing us to identify the type and severity of ulcers and create the right treatment and management plan for your horse.

💡 Don’t guess – get answers. Our Gastroscope Clinics are the perfect opportunity to book your horse in at a reduced rate.

📌 Clinic 1st Scope – just £184 (excluding sedation).

👉 Spaces are limited, so get in touch with our team today to book your place and give your horse the care they deserve.

➡Call 01577 841010 or book your appointment here - https://lochlevenequine.co.uk/request-an-appointment/

07/09/2025

😁How was your week?
📸 Whether you have been out and about, or just enjoying your horses at home, we would love to see your pictures below.

💙Today's images are a small collection of some of the pictures that our lovely followers left for us a couple of weeks ago 😁💙

💙 https://lochlevenequine.co.uk/

05/09/2025

What an amazing achievement for clients Alesha and Winnie, representing Scotland at the Endurance Home International Championships, bringing home second place 😍👏👏👏

Well done Alesha, from everyone at LLEP 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Well done to Alesha (S3) and her Fell pony Winnie who represented Scotland at the endurance riding Home International Championships in Hampshire, coming 2nd place in their class. The pair successfully completed their 43km ride at a very respectable speed of 12km/hr. Their ride buddy had to retire after 20km, so Alesha rode and navigated alone for the remainder of the way!

03/09/2025

💙Congratulations to Margery Milligan - winner of the Healthy Horse Club members competition this month.🥳

🩷Margery has won a £30 credit on her account.

🙏If you are a Healthy Horse Club member then each month you are automatically entered into a monthly prize draw, and next month it might be you.🥳

💡Save money, spread costs, and enter our monthly competitions here: https://lochlevenequine.co.uk/client.../healthy-horse-club/

02/09/2025

🎂This week we’re celebrating Chloe's birthday – our amazing nurse here at Loch Leven Equine Practice! 💙🐴

Whether she's out on the road caring for your horses or keeping us all smiling back at the practice, Chloe brings energy, kindness, and dedication to everything she does – and we’re so lucky to have her as part of the team! 🙌

We hope you had a fantastic birthday, Chloe! 🎈🎁🥳

➡ https://lochlevenequine.co.uk/team/

01/09/2025

🎉 Celebrating 20 Years of Patty! 🎉

🩵This month marks an incredible 20 years since Patty Fraser joined the team at Loch Leven Equine Practice – and what a journey it’s been!

From day one, Patty has brought compassion and an unshakable commitment to the clients and horses in her care. From answering the phones and managing the diary in the spare bedroom in a cottage, often multitasking and juggling life in the office with Hugh and Liz's then young family, to helping build a purpose-built clinic, Patty's presence has been a constant in our practice.

Over the past two decades, Patty has seen it all – the early mornings, the late nights, the tough cases, and the heartwarming successes.

💙 Patty, thank you for everything you’ve done and continue to do. Here's to 20 years of incredible service – and some big celebrations planned for the end of the month!🎉

https://lochlevenequine.co.uk/team/

29/08/2025

🐴💙 Love Loch Leven? Share the Care with a Friend! 💙🐴

If you and your horse love being part of the Loch Leven Equine Practice family, why not spread the word?

📢 When you recommend a friend to join our practice and help them experience the same expert care, friendly faces, and 24/7 support that you trust, you will both recieve a £10 credit as a thank you.

Whether it’s for routine check-ups, advanced diagnostics, or emergency call-outs, we’re for you and your horse.

➡ Fill out this form with the name of your friend: https://lochlevenequine.co.uk/contact-us/recommend-a-friend/ and when they register you will automatically recieve a credit.

Thank you for helping us grow our amazing equine community 🐎

29/08/2025

Sharing this here for awareness and not to create panic!

🦠This is extremely rare but still possible so if you are looking after a horse with Strangles good hygiene and biosecurity is vital for both horses and humans 🐴🙋‍♀️

🦠Always seek veterinary advice if you suspect your horse may have strangles

🦠 If you have been in contact with a horse with Strangles and start to feel unwell, let your Doctor know

🦠 Vaccinate and remove the risk completely 💉💪

28/08/2025

🎂 Happy birthday Francesca…. 🎂

❤️Some of you may not have met Francesca yet but after doing some locuming earlier in the year for us and getting lots of amazing feedback we asked her to join the team permanently.❤️

👀 We’ll do a proper introduction shortly so keep your eyes peeled!

🎂 Also massive thanks to Patty for another amazing cake!

27/08/2025

🦷No pain? Check again... 70% of horses suffer from undiagnosed dental problems*😢

⚠️Did you know that dental issues are one of the most common causes of weight loss, behavioural changes, and poor performance in horses, and quite often there are no clinical signs at all.

➡At Loch Leven Equine Practice, we believe that regular dental checks are just as important as hoof care or vaccinations. Subtle signs like head tossing, bit resistance, or dropping feed can be easy to miss — but they may point to discomfort or pain in the mouth.

✅ Routine dental exams help us:
🔹 Spot sharp enamel points before they cause ulcers
🔹 Detect hidden problems like fractured teeth or diastema
🔹 Keep your horse eating, riding, and feeling their best

Our team uses state-of-the-art equipment, including motorised dentistry and oral endoscopy, to ensure your horse receives the highest standard of care, with minimal stress.

📅 Not sure if your horse is due a dental? Give us a call, we’re here to help.

➡ https://lochlevenequine.co.uk/services/advanced-dentistry/

https://www.bhs.org.uk/media/q3yjpdn2/dentistry-2-final-digital-3.pdf

26/08/2025

ℹNo prizes, just for educational purposes only - can you guess what these are?

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24/08/2025

😁How was your week?
☀️👑🕍How many of you have been enjoying Scone Palace International Horse Trials?

📸 Whether you have been out and about, spectating, or just enjoying your horses at home, we would love to see your pictures below.

💙Today's images are a small collection of some of the pictures that our lovely followers left last weekend 😁💙

💙 https://lochlevenequine.co.uk/