Thrums Vets Equine

29/06/2024

Jura has been under treatment for a Keratoma growth of the hoof and was feeling very sprightly after getting some progress x rays and new shoes on Thursday in conjunction with local farrier Neil Chalmers who is his usual farrier.

15/06/2024

Come while the sun is shining 🌞and visit us at our stand today. Lots of games and prizes to be won.

24/05/2024

🐴Equine Influenza 🐴
❗ Last week to book for your horse Flu Vaccination❗

Do you know the signs of flu?
📌 Cough
📌 Fever
📌 Dull and depressed
📌 Loss of appetite
📌 Nasal discharge
📌 Enlarged lymph nodes

Flu is a serious disease and all horses are at risk of flu even if they don't leave the yard.

During May we are running a Stamping out Flu Together Campaign for unvaccinated or lapsed horses and ponies, where you get one free vaccine as part of your horses or ponies primary course. Any horses or ponies that receives their first dose in May will be eligible for a free second dose 4 to 6 weeks later. Please note visits will be charged as normal (though can be on zone days) and all future vaccines will be charged as normal.

Contact our Blairgowrie or Kirriemuir Surgery to arrange your appointment for your horse vaccinations.

14/05/2024

🐴Equine Influenza 🐴

Younger horses, even if they don't leave the yard, are at risk of equine flu.

Flu is a serious disease and young, unvaccinated horses are at high risk of getting flu which can impact their health and the start of their ridden life.

During May we are running a Stamping Out Flu Together Campaign for unvaccinated or lapsed horses and ponies, where you get one free vaccine as part of your horses or ponies primary course. Any horses or ponies that receives their first dose in May will be eligible for a free second dose 4 to 6 weeks later. Please note visits will be charged as normal (though can be on zone days) and all future vaccines will be charged as normal.

Contact our Blairgowrie or Kirriemuir Surgery to arrange your appointment for your horse vaccinations.

09/05/2024

🐴Equine Influenza 🐴

While some horses are more vulnerable than others to equine flu, ALL horses are at risk of catching the disease. Even those who don't leave the yard. Vaccination is essential to help stop the spread of flu.

During May we are running a Stamping out Flu Together Campaign for unvaccinated or lapsed horses and ponies, where you get one free vaccine as part of your horses or ponies primary course. Any horses or ponies that receives their first dose in May will be eligible for a free second dose 4 to 6 weeks later. Please note visits will be charged as normal (though can be on zone days) and all future vaccines will be charged as normal.

Contact our Blairgowrie or Kirriemuir Surgery to arrange your appointment of your horse vaccinations.

03/05/2024

🐴Equine Influenza 🐴

The flu virus is not only spread in the air but can also be transmitted on clothes, tack, yard equipment, in water troughs and also feed bowls. Therefore horses and ponies can continue to be infected after the infected horse or pony has gone.

During May we are running a Stamping out Flu Together Campaign for unvaccinated or lapsed horses and ponies, where you get one free vaccine as part of your horses or ponies primary course. Any horses or ponies that receives their first dose in May will be eligible for a free second dose 4 to 6 weeks later. Please note visits will be charged as normal (though can be on zone days) and all future vaccines will be charged as normal.

Contact our Blairgowrie or Kirriemuir Surgery to arrange your appointment for your horse vaccinations.

30/04/2024

🐴Equine Influenza 🐴

Do you know the signs of flu?
📌 Cough
📌 Fever
📌 Dull and depressed
📌 Loss of appetite
📌 Nasal discharge
📌 Enlarged lymph nodes

Flu is a serious disease and all horses are at risk of flu even if they don't leave the yard.

During May we are running a Stamping out Flu Together Campaign for unvaccinated or lapsed horses and ponies, where you get one free vaccine as part of your horses or ponies primary course. Any horses or ponies that receives their first dose in May will be eligible for a free second dose 4 to 6 weeks later. Please note visits will be charged as normal (though can be on zone days) and all future vaccines will be charged as normal.

Contact our Blairgowrie or Kirriemuir Surgery to arrange your appointment for your horse vaccinations.

24/04/2024

🐴Equine Influenza 🐴

Older horses, even if they don't leave the yard, are at risk of flu.

Flu is a serious disease and non-vaccinated, older horses can suffer from coughing, nasal discharge, depression, anorexia and a high temperature if they catch flu.

During May we are running a Stamping Out Flu Together Campaign for unvaccinated or lapsed horses and ponies, where you get one free vaccine as part of your horses or ponies primary course. Any horses or ponies that receives their first dose in May will be eligible for a free second dose 4 to 6 weeks later. Please note visits will be charged as normal (though can be on zone days) and all future vaccines will be charged as normal.

Contact our Blairgowrie or Kirriemuir Surgery to arrange your appointment for your horse vaccinations.

24/04/2024

Geldings 🐎

Haggis was gelded today by Roddy, on a lovely sunny day ☀️

This was an ideal area for Haggis to be operated on it was a nice day, before the flies have started to appear, plenty space, and a nice grassy area to help minimise wound contamination.

We can do geldings standing or lying down under sedation, and they recover pretty quickly!

Haggis is now enjoying being two stone lighter!

22/04/2024

📌Receptionist Role – Blairgowrie Surgery Part-Time 📌

Due to the continuing growth of our mixed practice we are looking the right person to assist our busy Blairgowrie Branch. The role is critical to the running of our Blairgowrie branch and is the client’s first impression on the telephone and also visiting the surgery.

To find out more information regarding this Reception role please https://thrumsvet.co.uk/careers/

Please send us an email to [email protected] if you would like to find out more information regarding the role and also to apply. Closing date Friday 3rd May 2024.

17/04/2024

Now that we finally have some sunnier warmer days, we are likely to see more flies on the go! ☀️ 🪰

Flies are a nuisance to both horses and us, and can spread bacteria causing issues between horses and ponies.

Removing or limiting access to areas flies like to breed can help reduce the population;
🪰 Fence off muck-heaps or situate well away from grazing or stables
🪰 Ensure manure at pasture is removed quickly or harrowed too allow to dry out.
🪰 Consider using fly masks and fly rugs if your horse is irritated by flies landing on them or buzzing about
🪰 Turnout at night, when flies are less active
🪰 Use fly repellents, or supplements to deter flies
🪰 Fence off any standing water

16/04/2024

🐴Equine Influenza 🐴

Did you realise all horses are at risk of flu, even if they don't leave the yard?

Other horses travelling to and from the yard, even those that are vaccinated, can pass on the flu virus without showing any signs themselves.

During May we are running a Stamping Out Flu Together Campaign for unvaccinated or lapsed horses and ponies, where you get one free vaccine as part of your horses or ponies primary course. Any horses or ponies that receives their first dose in May will be eligible for a free second dose 4 to 6 weeks later. Please note visits will be charged as normal (though can be on zone days) and all future vaccines will be charged as normal.

Contact our Blairgowrie or Kirriemuir Surgery to arrange your appointment for your horse vaccinations.

05/04/2024

Did you know you can bring horses to the practice to have vaccines, dentistry, scoping and lameness work ups? We have a dedicated equine area with stocks and a stable for hospitalisation if required! There is plenty of space for parking and manoeuvring trailers and lorries.

Razz enjoyed his hurl down to scope out the facilities!

03/04/2024

📣💥UPDATE - thank you for the huge response - our first course is now full. Keep your eyes peeled for future dates 💥📣

Are you a 15 – 17 year old interested in pursuing a career in Veterinary Nursing?

Our nursing preparatory course is just what you need!

Join us for a brand new 2 day programme (on Thursday 2nd and Friday 3rd May) that includes being part of our team and learning what a day in the life of a Thrums Veterinary Nurse looks like.

During the programme you’ll learn where to study, how to carry out a clinical examination, how to suture and bandage as well as fluid therapy, patient care, radiography positioning and lab work to name but a few. Our nurses will give talks on their experiences within the profession as well as highlight other career paths within our profession. You will have the opportunity to ask questions while you learn with some hands on experience. A goody bag and a certificate of attendance will be given to our attendees.

Spaces are limited so for further information or to note your interest, please email [email protected] or call us on 01575 572643.

01/04/2024

Graeme got called to a Large Animal appointment today…. Not what he was expecting to see! 🐘

30/03/2024

Don't forget to change your clocks ⏰

Jump into action with an extra hour of daylight! Share with us what you and your horse got up to this weekend!

26/03/2024

Spud was snoozing in the sun today after his dental and vaccination by Maya! ☀️

21/03/2024

Has it been a while since your horse had their teeth checked?

As we get into lighter days and nights and thinking about increasing ridden work, getting their teeth checked to make sure they are comfortable in their mouths is something to consider! Dental exams can be performed at your yard or in our stocks at Kirriemuir, please get in touch with any of our branches to discuss or arrange!

28/02/2024

Jo had his routine checkup today, all as part of the practice plan

Dental, vaccination and tapeworm saliva test.

Now just to get a good groom as he sleeps off the sedation!!

26/02/2024

This handsome chap is Phoenix, who was born in the summer with bent legs, and hindlimb valgus and varus deviation.
Through casting, physio and special shoeing, he is now doing really well, and turning into a rather cheeky youngster!

23/02/2024

Sweet Itch and it’s prevention

This week has been spent ordering up the vaccine that we have been using successfully in the practice to aid in the prevention of sweet itch.

Signs of Sweet Itch may include;
- Excessive itching
- Vigorous tail swishing
- Rolling
- Hair loss
- Raw or thickened skin


Methods of Control/Treatment
Treatment is for Sweet Itch is centred around reducing exposure to midges and controlling the allergic response.
Methods include;
- Wearing fly rugs
- Stabling when midges are most active
- Regular poo picking to reduce fly population
- Avoiding grazing near midge breeding grounds such a stagnant water
- Using insect repellents
- Use of topical creams and neutraceuticals
- Medical management; such as the antihistamines, anti-inflammatories and steroids (for more information please contact us)

For more information/advice regarding controlling or treating Sweet Itch Phone our practice or speak to one of our vets

Picture of Moët avoiding the flies!!

20/02/2024

🐾National Love your Pet Day️ 🐾
Share with us a photo of your horse, who makes you smile every day! This should be celebrated EVERY day!

14/02/2024

❤️Happy Valentines Day ❤️
Share with us a photo of your horse, who is the love of your life.

I’ve stolen a picture of one of my favourites from on my rounds. Looking elegant the other week before his clip

12/01/2024

🐾 Kiss a Ginger Day 🐾

It's a day to celebrate all the Ginger Horse in your life.

Share with us your favourite photo of your Ginger Horse and make us all smile during January.

01/01/2024

🥳🤩 Happy New Year! 🤩🥳

We wish you all health and happiness to you and yours in the new year ahead. From all the staff here at Thrums Vets

Let's celebrate with your furry friends! Share your favourite New Year moment with your pets

29/12/2023

🎆 With a few days to go until New Year's Eve, can you share our poster on social media to help raise awareness amongst those planning to hold fireworks displays?

You can also visit our website for tips on how to make the occasion as safe as possible for you and your horse 👉 https://bit.ly/3NCVbLJ

25/12/2023

15/12/2023

🎄Happy Christmas 🎄

Please note our festive opening hours for our Kirriemuir, Forfar, Blairgowrie and Scone.

However our vets will still be covering our out of hours for any Emergencies that may occur. 🚨

Please ensure any repeat medications or food are ordered in advance. During the festive time our suppliers are taking some well earned time off and therefore our stock and deliveries are reduced. ❄️

From all of us here at Thrums Vets, we wish you all a very Happy Christmas!⛄️🎄

13/12/2023

🐴 National Horse Day 🐴

It's a day to remember all the contributions that horses have made throughout the years. Lets show our appreciation for these majestic creatures.

Share with us your favourite photo of your horse and make us all smile during the Winter. Remember "You love your horse, you love your horse!"