Scott Dunn's Equine Clinic

17/01/2025

Case study: ‘Perry’ and EORTH
(WARNING graphic surgery photos)

Perry, owned by our Head Nurse Libby, had a known history of EORTH (Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption and Hypercementosis). During a routine dental examination Perry was not tolerating the gag at all, indicating pain, so radiographs were taken to determine the severity of the disease.

EORTH is a painful condition affecting the incisors of older horses. The exact cause is not fully understood but the condition is associated with breakdown and resorption of the tooth root and surrounding bone, enlargement of the root and/or crown, secondary infection and fractures of the root and/or crown. The full extent of the disease is only able to be fully assessed by taking radiographs of the roots and unfortunately the only treatment is removal of the affected teeth.

Perry’s radiographs show severe disease in all his incisors, so Libby made the brave decision to have them all removed. Under standing sedation and local anaesthetic Perry had all his incisors extracted by our dental vet Alasdair Graham here in the clinic. It took several weeks for the sockets to completely heal but Perry is now a much happier horse, pain free and back being ridden. Libby has even noticed him being more tolerant of certain things like clipping his head.

If you would like more information about EORTH or are concerned your horse may have it, please speak to one of our vets. 01344 426066

13/01/2025

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01/01/2025

Wishing you all a healthy and peaceful New Year!

24/12/2024

19/12/2024

Great opportunity for vet Helen a few weeks ago.....

The power of teamwork!

Thank you to all of our 30 representatives who attended our CVS Equine Antimicrobial Stewardship Workshop in Banbury. 🐴

Vets, nurses and practices managers from across CVS Equine, guests from the University of Liverpool and RCVS Knowledge and CVO Paul Higgs, CVNO Tara Ryan, QI Director Angela Rayner, LED Director Mark Moreton and Equine Veterinary Director Tim Mair all came together to agree future priorities to support AMS.

Antimicrobial research and QI to date were presented - and the team then worked closely together to shape next steps.

Our actions will include:
• Developing client education and resources
• Progressing with veterinary colleague education, training and mentorship
• Reviewing and developing new clinical guidelines
• Conducting further clinical research

It was inspiring to have so many great minds working together in one room – to create plans for the long term benefit of our profession.



[Visual description: A team image of all of the workshop attendees]

17/12/2024

We are still on the look out for an amazing vet to join the team.......

We are seeking another experienced vet to join the ever growing team due to maternity and growth, please contact us for further information 01344 426066 or apply: https://www.careerswithcvs.co.uk/jobs/vacancy/equine-veterinary-surgeon--s-dunns0039/20267/description/

16/12/2024

Don't forget the last time for ordering medications is this Friday 20th!

Don't forget to order your supplements or repeat medications before Christmas. Please remember we do ask for 48hrs notice. The last date for posting or collecting will be Friday 20th December by 12noon.

12/12/2024

Please welcome Sophia Atkinson who joins the team this week as a Receptionist / Administrator, she is looking forward to speaking to our lovely clients and getting to know you all!

Sophia has a wealth of customer service experience working in hospitality at a local 5 star hotel, along with previous experience as a dog groomer and a childcare nursery practitioner. Sophia likes to spend her time outside of work either walking her labradoodle Lexi or spending time down the stables with her mare Tilly.

04/12/2024

We have had some amazing Christmas treats so far in December from our lovely clients - thank you from the whole team they are really appreciated! 😍

04/12/2024

Don't forget to order your supplements or repeat medications before Christmas. Please remember we do ask for 48hrs notice. The last date for posting or collecting will be Friday 20th December by 12noon.

29/11/2024

*****Warning very graphic images of surgery******

Joey was examined by our vet Camilla recently, as his owner had noticed melanomas on his p***s growing in size in the last 3-4 months. Since they were quite extensive Camilla sought advice from our surgeon Tom McParland at Valley Equine Hospital on the best treatment plan. Tom carried out a de-bulking surgery under general anaesthesia. We re-examined him today and as you can see the surgical sight has healed incredibly well.

Melanomas are a common skin tumour often seen in grey horses. Treatment recommendations vary depending on site and severity but since the disease is progressive its always better to intervene sooner rather than later. If you have a grey horse look out for small black nodules around the a**s, tail base, sheath, p***s, eyes and mouth in particular.

Joey will need to have another surgery in 6 months time to remove a few more but this will be much less extensive. Thank you to Joey's owner for allowing us to share his story!

28/11/2024

Thank you for your kind comments. Great to hear we can help you understand and learn at the same time! 😁

28/11/2024

Liz had a really great learning opportunity this week at the BARTA (British Animal Rescue and Trauma Care Association) CPD:

Key areas of learning include:
- Working knowledge of large animal rescue principles and techniques
- Understand incident command protocols and the veterinary specialist role
- Support the resolution of incidents involving large animals by providing:
- triage and viability assessment
- advice to inform the rescue tactical plan
- identification of risks from animal or environment
- chemical control
- pre-hospital care through casualty management
- euthanasia
- Contribute to post incident debrief, provide feedback, responder welfare and support.

https://www.bartacic.org/

18/11/2024

14/11/2024

A great opportunity for Helen and Liz this week.

11/11/2024

**COLIC AWARENESS WEEK 8th-14th NOVEMBER**

Scott Dunn's are proud to be The BHS Vet REACT Colic Champions. The scheme, coordinated by The British Horse Society and The School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, University of Nottingham, aims to raise awareness for all those involved with the care of horses to recognise the subtle, early signs of colic and REACT promptly to contact their vet for support. For more information please see the link below:

SIGNS
Colic can occur at any time of the year in both grass-kept and stabled horses. How can you spot the early signs of colic? 🔍

Here are the 5 REACT signs to look for 👇

😖🐎 Restless or agitated
🍎🥕❌ Eating less or droppings reduced
🤕 Abdominal pain
🤔🔁 Clinical changes
😴😔 Tired or lethargic

Time is of the essence when a horse has colic. Download the Emergency Care Plan available from the British Horse Society 👉 bhs.org.uk/colic