Well, it's been 6 weeks since we opened Horse and Cat Vet - and what a whirlwind it's been! Heaps of horses, copious cats and absolutely amazing amounts of admin..
I'm so so grateful to all the clients that have trusted me with their pets - you're brilliant - and I am so thankful to my superstar team:
Lou the admin machine 🎠 🐈⬛️
Aoife the super nurse 🐈 🐎
The IT department 🏬 aka Dan the DJ 🎶 🎵
Panorama Equestrian for their ongoing support, help and lovely facilities 🐎🦄
Many brilliant people behind the scenes - you know who you are 👏 😊
Keep following for more pics, I'm waiting for the signwriting to show you the feline hospital and Cat Caravan. They're pretty darn cute, but don't be fooled - we have most things you need for full service, including xray, ultrasound, bloodwork, hospital stays, surgery and more.
Omg he eats so loud! Tripod gives our treats 10/10 even though he's pretty fussy 🐈 #fatcat
So, in the vein of exciting new beginnings, here's a very cute heart beat scan from yesterday. I've added colour so you can see the blood flow.
Also as new beginnings, today marks a week of me being operational as my own boss again at Horse and Cat Vet. It's been hectic, so much to do, but I have loved it.
I've always been really lucky to have clients that I like so much - and it's been really meaningful to get so many good wishes and support.
Cats and horses - what's not to like? I love having a positive influence on their lives (and hopefully their owners!). The cats seem very relaxed in my wee Cat Caravan and I've had some lovely home visits too.
We sent out a welcome email to many of our clients today - if you didn't get one, your email may not have made it over from TVCWai so email us so we can update you 🐎
So, if you need me, get in touch. You can email my Wonder Admin sidekick Lou on [email protected] for queries, registering or bookings more than a week out. Or you can ring me on 0275990045 for more urgent calls or advice.
www.hcvet.nz
Stay safe everyone!
I recently visited my old work friend Jacqui, who lives in the Lake District in England. She breeds superb Gypsy Cobs - meet Arthur! He has just been born. Isn't he delightful!
Meet Fred. Maybe a better option than what many of us have in our paddocks!
So. Many. Abscesses!
This wet weather is playing havoc with feet. If it's not laminitis, it's abscesses..
Other than trying to find dry ground (haha!), the main things to think about for prevention are:
Regular foot trims especially any cracks
Check for Cushings disease in older horses or ponies
Check Selenium levels as can be involved
Be on a good foot supplement.
Make sure your horse is vaccinated for tetanus as can be a way for the organism to enter the body.
Good luck!
Here's a happy video for you on a glum day. Itchy pony at change of season time.. Anyone else got photos or video of horsey stuff to cheer us up??
Meet this gorgeous girl Hansel - check out that nose!
