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A true ocular emergency

Renae Griffin, Vet Services Hastings   Late last year we were called out to check on Miracle Boi after his owner noticed a gunky discharge from his left eye, which he was squinting shut. Upon examination of the eye, our veterinary team diagnosed a descemetocele and needed to act quickly to save his eye.   …

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Winter Seminars – save the date!

Join the VS Equine Team for our annual educational seminar and winter catch up!   📌 Waipukurau Clinic 📆 Tuesday 18 July 🕰 6.30 – 8.30pm   📌 Hastings Clinic 📆 Wednesday 19 July 🕰 6.30 – 8.30pm   Topics may include  Equine Emergency First Aid Shockwave Therapy EMS/Cushing Respiratory illness Save the date, and…

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Shockwave Therapy

What is it, and why are we using it in horses? VS Equine recently purchased a portable Radial Pressure Wave device so that our veterinary team can offer shockwave therapy for treating musculoskeletal problems, soft-tissue and bone injuries in horses. Radial pressure shockwave offers non-invasive treatment solutions for both acute and chronic, long term insertion…

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Pre-Season Blood Profiles

  It’s really good practice to get a soundness check (eyes/heart/trot up/flexion tests), full fitness blood profiles, vaccinations and routine dental checks done to ensure you and your horse get off to the best start this competition season! Why do we recommend blood profiles? It’s something our team do almost every day as veterinarians: collecting…

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Merry Christmas from the VS Equine Team

Merry Christmas from the team at VS Equine!  Enjoy time with friends and family, put your feet up and have a well-deserved rest this Christmas and we look forward to seeing you again soon. If you do need emergency assistance with your horses over the Christmas break please do not hesitate to contact us –…

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See you at Horse of the Year

One week until Land Rover Horse of the Year!! 📣 Our experienced, friendly team are your onsite vets for the event. Available 24/7 for first aid and emergency care.   Pop in and see us at D01 next to the Dressage Arena for advice, giveaways and our annual HOY specials on 4Cyte, drenches and more.

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