New Equine Facilities at Hawke’s Bay Showgrounds
We are excited to share some big news! Our VS Equine facilities in Hastings have moved and are now located at the Hawke’s Bay Showgrounds.
News & Resources
Keeping you up to date with the latest equine veterinary developments, save time by filling in forms before your veterinary appointment, and refresh your knowledge on seasonal topics.
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Pre-Purchase Examinations
A pre-purchase exam is a fact-finding session which can be a useful for both a buyer and the individual selling the horse. Your vet will
Your horse has been diagnosed with colic – what should you do?
Colic is abdominal pain normally caused by a gastrointestinal disorder; however, horses may also exhibit signs of colic with non-intestinal disorders (e.g. shipping fever, ruptured
COVID-19 Level 2 Announcement
AS ANNOUNCED on February 27, WE ARE BACK IN LEVEL 2 FOR 7 DAYS. THIS REQUIRES US TO IMPLEMENT CERTAIN PROCEDURES IN OUR CLINIC. WE
Horse of The Year
VS Equine will be on-site all week at Horse of The Year offering a comprehensive range of veterinary services including; 24/7 emergency care, pre-purchase
DISTANCE RIDING NZ PRESENTS: LANDCORP WAITERE
14TH & 15TH NOVEMBER. Approx. 90km from Napier and Taupo at the end of Waitara Road (Off the Napier/Taupo Road). This is a very exciting
Equine Cases
ACUTE EYE TRAUMA
Alfie is a 22-year-old Kaimanawa gelding who had the misfortune of getting the wrong end of a stick during a wind-storm. He presented with acute
ENDOSCOPY IN EQUINES
We have had a couple of interesting cases over the last few months where our Vets have been able to use the endoscope to help
Equine Articles
Gastric Ulcers and Gastroscopy – The Plot Thickens!
Hot of the press!! Vet Services are very excited to have just purchased a gastro-scope! We are looking forward to now being able to offer
Selenium Deficiency in Horses
Selenium supplementation is a very topical issue for all horse owners. An essential component in all diets, Selenium plays a vital role in a horse’s
Nasolacrimal duct problems in horses – why is my horse crying all the time?
Horses and ponies can get a variety of problems that affect their nasolacrimal duct system, which can result in some discomfort for them. What is
The Importance of Vaccinations.
Vaccination provides your horse important protection against some of the more serious and potentially life-threatening diseases that can occur. They act to stimulate the body’s
Before you hit the road
Travelling with horses can have its complications and keeping your horses healthy before, during and after transport can be key to eventing success. Richard Mckenzie
Rye Grass Staggers
Is your horse moving like its drunk, trembling, falling over, behaving abnormally, or easily spooked? If any of these symptoms sound familiar, your horse may