St James Vets - Farm Animal Team

03/03/2023

22/02/2023

Hello Everyone!

As many of you will be aware by now, as of the 3rd of March 2023, St James is closing the doors on our Farm and Equine Department.

We would like to thank all our clients for their loyalty through the years. It is an end of an era. We've been there during good times and not so good times and made a lot of friends along the way.

As we're approaching our last week, we just wanted to voice our gratitude to you all. It may be a goodbye for now, but we hope to see you all again in the future in some way. All your kind words we've received the last few weeks have been truly humbling.

If any of you need us to forward any clinical histories onto your new vets please let Helen know so we can ensure a smooth transition for you and your animals.

Thank you from all of us,

Alex, Tamara, Imogen, Molly, Will, Faye, Ifan
Helen, Jess and Janice

25/12/2022

We'd like to wish all our lovely clients a very Merry Christmas! 🎄

23/12/2022

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We are now closed for Christmas, but please don't worry, we are available throughout the whole Christmas period for emergencies. We will be open again for routine calls on Wednesday the 28th of December at 9am.

If you have an emergency please contact us on 01792 200900 (On Saturday Morning between 8.30am-1pm please ring 01792 205000).

23/12/2022

This week our vet Faye gave a helping hand to this huge bull calf!

We hope you won’t need us, but if you do one of our vets will be available 24/7 over the Festive Period, just call the usual out of hours emergency line on - 01792 200900

Normal working hours will resume on Wednesday 28th December

Merry Christmas!
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05/12/2022

Only a couple of spaces left on our lambing talk this Wednesday, if you’d like to attend please contact us on 07557 805031

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Following on from our last lambing talk...

On the 7th of December Molly and Will will be presenting the second part of the lambing workshop - concentrating on losses from birth to weaning 🐑🐑🐑

As always food and refreshments will be provided!

We look forward to seeing you there!

27/11/2022

⚠🐔⚠ AVIAN INFLUENZA UPDATE!

Please be aware that as of the 2nd of December 2022 all birds must be housed to combat Avian Influenza (AI). See the attached link below for more information.

Any questions about AI please don't hesitate to give us a ring and discuss further.

https://gov.wales/new-compulsory-biosecurity-and-housing-measures-to-further-protect-against-avian-influenza

New biosecurity and housing requirements will be implemented for poultry and captive birds in Wales as surveillance of avian influenza suggests a heightened risk of disease for Wales over the winter months.

22/11/2022

Following on from our last lambing talk...

On the 7th of December Molly and Will will be presenting the second part of the lambing workshop - concentrating on losses from birth to weaning 🐑🐑🐑

As always food and refreshments will be provided!

We look forward to seeing you there!

03/11/2022

We had a great turn out to our first lambing talk lastnight! We hope you enjoyed the presentation (and food!).

Looking forward to seeing you all at Lambing Part 2 on the 7th December ☺️

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26/10/2022

Lovely to see some of our farmers involved in this Swansea RDP exhibition of local farming life.
You can still see this tomorrow at South Gower Sports Club.

24/10/2022

Come and join us to discuss how to reduce lambing losses in your flock!

This workshop is being held as part of Farming Connect and is free for registered members. To book your place contact Helen/Jess on 07557 805031 or email [email protected].

Comen and join us on Wednesday 2nd November, 6pm at the Purple Badger in Llanrhidian - Food will be provided.
We look forward to seeing you there!

06/10/2022

Interesting to go and see, and the exhibition travels throughout the area, so check when it's close to you!

“Stories of a Changing Landscape, a Farmer’s Perspective”

“Stories of a Changing Landscape, a Farmers Perspective” documents and celebrates local farming heritage looking at the challenges and successes of working the land and how farming practices have changed over the years, linking to sector specific support services for those who might be struggling silently in order to strengthen, support and create a resilient rural Swansea that has increase health and wellbeing.

The commissioned exhibition, with imagery and sound by documentary filmmaker Florence Browne and photographer, Callum Baker seeks to amplify the voices and experiences of farmers in rural Swansea. It is hoped the exhibition will create a point of connection for agricultural workers struggling with some of the issues explored, and to give the public a glimpse of what life is like for those feeding the nation.

Wednesday 26 October – Thursday 27 October
10.00am-6.00pm,
South Gower Sports Club, 13 Salisbury Close, Scurlage, Reynoldston, Swansea SA3 1AZ

Tuesday 1 November – Thursday 3 November
11.00am-5.00pm,
Pontarddulais Institute, 45 St Teilo Street, Pontarddulais, Swansea, SA4 8SY

Tuesday 22 November - Sunday 29 January
10.00am-4.30pm, Tuesday - Sunday, Swansea Museum, Victoria Road, Maritime Quarter, Swansea, SA1 1SN

A range of resources to help support those suffering with poor mental health have also been developed, for example, the Mental Health and Well-being Directory which can be accessed at https://www.swansea.gov.uk/RDPmentalhealth.

09/09/2022

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts are with the Royal family and friends at this difficult time.

Her love of her dogs and horses has always been very apparent. Not only was she a loyal patron to many animal charities, she also was also a patron and benefactor to the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons since 1952.

May she Rest in Peace.

08/09/2022

We are hosting another Farming Connect Workshop.

This one is being held by Molly and Will and discusses how to maximise suckler cow productivity!

To book your place contact Helen/Jess on 07557 805031 and join us on Tuesday 13th September, 6pm at the Purple Badger in Llanrhidian - Food will be provided.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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22/08/2022

Have you filled in the BVD consultation yet?

Make sure you have your say before the closing date (26th of August 2022)!

https://gov.wales/compulsory-bovine-viral-diarrhoea-eradication-scheme

We want your views on a proposed compulsory Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD) eradication scheme in Wales.

19/08/2022

Let's talk about maggots... YUCK! 🤢

The warm and wet weather increases the risk of blowfly strike. Most of you will have seen this at least once before. Sheep are usually the victims of fly strike, but any (infected) wound can result in fly strike.

Contact us to discuss the best preventative measures and treatments.

17/08/2022

To fluke or not to fluke?

This time of year is when we see acute fluke issues.

For more information check the link below or give us a ring to discuss the best treatment and/or management in your flock.

Acute liver fluke is usually seen from August to October, sub-acute from October onwards and chronic from December onwards To read more about fluke control in sheep, visit https://bit.ly/3C3aYyx

15/08/2022

Most of you have participated in the voluntary BVD screening scheme.

Have you seen the consultation that has gone out regarding BVD eradication?

Please take some time to fill this in and have your say in eradication of BVD.

Needs to be done by the 26th of August 2022.

https://gov.wales/compulsory-bovine-viral-diarrhoea-eradication-scheme

We want your views on a proposed compulsory Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD) eradication scheme in Wales.

11/08/2022

How are you keeping your livestock cool in this heat?
Make sure there is plenty of shade and water available at all times. Especially keep an eye on the young animals that may become dehydrated quicker than normal.

If you have any question, please don't hesitate to get in touch!

10/08/2022

The Welsh Veterinary Science Centre are reporting an increase in the number of animals dying of blackleg at the moment.
One explanation for this could be the long dry spell we have had. The soil is extremely dry and easy to disturb, exposing the bacteria.

09/08/2022

Keep checking your stock!

🪰The risk of Strike remains high across the UK. STOCK SHOULD BE CHECKED AT LEAST TWICE DAILY FOR SIGNS OF FLY STRIKE. The earlier strike is recognised; the more effective treatment will be. Often the struck area is not obvious until the animal is handled and the fleece parted. To view the latest alert visit https://bit.ly/3m8XQ27 and for advice on treatment visit https://bit.ly/38A4XNd