Towcester Farm Vets

30/06/2025

Still unsure whether to vaccinate for Bluetongue?

See what Ian had to say after we popped out to vaccinate his flock:
“Sarah did an amazing job vaccinating our boys (sheep). We did our research and this plague is coming, it’s a great comfort to know they’ll be safeguarded. The efficacy evidence is there, we’d advise other owners to do the same and try to stop this insect spread disease."

Bluetongue vaccines can be administered by farmers or by vets, depending on what suits you!
Call us on 01327 350239 to discuss Bluetongue vaccination today.

19/06/2025

What are you doing about Bluetongue on your farm?

🔹 Bluetongue still poses a huge threat to you as farmers and owners.
🔹 We have no treatment. Vaccination is the ONLY way to protect your herd from Bluetongue.
🔹 We are strongly advising everyone with susceptible species (cattle, sheep, goats, camelids) to vaccinate against Bluetongue Virus serotype 3.
🔹 Please call the office on 01327 350239 to discuss vaccinating and place an order

14/05/2025

A new round of grant applications for equipment to improve productivity, slurry management and animal health and welfare opens on 29th May for 6 weeks. Evidence of discussion with a vet can help animal health and welfare applications so get in touch if we can help!

Updates from Defra's Farming and Countryside Programme

08/05/2025

Last week our vets Bex and Sarah, with the help of our student Henry, amputated Piglet’s tail!
Pooh- Piglet’s sister- had partially bitten off her tail, and she needed our help to remove it completely.
Piglet was put under an anaesthetic so that she was comfortably asleep for the surgery, and then Bex carefully amputated the end of her tail with assistance from Sarah.
The surgery was successful, and Piglet has recovered well from the surgery. You can catch up on Piglet and her antics

24/04/2025

Our Bluetongue meeting last Tuesday was a success; thank you to Nikki for giving an informative presentation and to Bex for making some yummy cakes!

We re-capped the signs of bluetongue, who to call if you suspect it and the current restriction zones. We also discussed the logistics of vaccinating herds and flocks, including pros and cons of doing so.

Thank you to everyone who attended the meeting to come and learn about the campaign.

If you have any questions or are interested in vaccinating, please ring the office on 01327 350239 for more information.

10/04/2025

Have you booked your space yet?
Call our team today 📲

04/04/2025

🔵Have you got questions about bluetongue?

🔵Unsure if vaccinating your flock or herd is right for you?

We have a meeting about bluetongue on Tuesday 15th April at 2:30pm at Towcestrians Rugby Club.

Call the office to book your place on 01327 350239

01/04/2025

Please be aware the Nematodirus forecast for our region is now VERY HIGH for grazing lambs on paddocks grazed by lambs last year. Please call the surgery or visit https://www.scops.org.uk/forecasts/nematodirus-forecast/ for further information

28/03/2025

Update to share!

Pre-movement testing rules for movements of Bluetongue (BTV) susceptible animals out of the Restricted Zone (RZ) have changed.

Some animals are exempt from pre-movement testing.

Higher risk animals must still be tested.

For all moves out of the RZ you will still need to apply for a specific licence.

Check GOV.UK for further information: www.gov.uk/guidance/bluetongue-movement-licences-and-designated-slaughterhouses

19/03/2025

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19/03/2025

‼️‼️GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING‼️‼️
Farm Vet Nikki in action!

🐑Lambing season is in full swing🐑

This lovely lady came down to the practice to see Nikki because she was having trouble lambing. Her cervix had failed to dilate so the best option for Mum & babies was a c-section. Happily two live lambs were born!

Afterwards Mum & babies headed home for some rest & recuperation 🥰 They are all doing very well and the lambs are growing fast, we love sharing a success story!

Don’t forget to tag us in your social media posts if one of our farm vets is visiting you this spring 🙌🏽

18/03/2025

🔹Bluetongue🔹

This year, farmers are encouraged to develop farm specific battle plans with their vet to help increase the level of vaccination for high-risk stock to provide some defence against BTV-3 on-farms.

Read more www.ruminanthw.org.uk/battle-bluetongue-campaign-2025

AHDB

Cattle & Sheep Health & Welfare Survey 2020