Tay Valley Vets

Equine Infectious Anaemia in Northumberland

Tay Valley Vets — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:15:37 +0000

· Animal Health is currently carrying out an investigation at premises in Northumberland following positive laboratory results for equine infectious anaemia in a routine post import test from a group of imported horses.

· The premise is under restriction and a full investigation is underway.

· Horse owners/keepers should remain vigilant for any signs of disease

Clinical signs include

Unexplained high fever ( 106F/ 41.1C)

Not eating

Lethargy / Anaemia

Bleeding

Swellings

EIA is transmitted between horses by transfer of blood usually by biting insects.

Equine flu

Tay Valley Vets — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 12:26:53 +0000

An outbreak of Equine Flu has been confirmed in Nottinghamshire. We have not seen any coughing in our yards to date but with the movement of horses at its summer high there is always the chance of spread to Perthshire/Fife.

Worms

Tay Valley Vets — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 12:22:47 +0000

TVVEC is now offering in-house worm egg counts for your horses. This will be done by our qualified vet nurses and should mean a much cheaper and faster turn round of results plus interpretation and advice on managing your yards worming policy. Please ask for details.

Old Man of Hoy

Tay Valley Vets — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 22:01:53 +0000

Jamie took advantage of one of the few dry weekends of the summer to climb the Old Man of Hoy

Bit breezy but good place for a sunset

Equine Skin Disease - Talk

Tay Valley Vets — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 23:23:43 +0000

Dr David Sutton from Glasgow vet school will talk on equine skin disease at TVVC on Friday November 12th. Further details will follow

Comings and Goings

Tay Valley Vets — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 22:32:48 +0000

As many of you know senior partner Andrew Herd was knocked from his bike last October suffering severe spinal injuries. He has made remarkable progress but unfortunately not to the point of being able to return to practice and has therefore made the decision to retire. Andrew worked hard to acquire the site and develop the modern purpose built premises we are proud to have. After 20 years at Tay Valley Vets he will be missed by clients and colleagues alike and we all wish him well for the future.

Laura Stewart receptionist/accounts manager is away on maternity leave, we all wish her the best. Jacqui Parker has moved from evening to morning shifts and we are delighted to welcome Jenifer Clyde McMaster. Jenifer is a trainee veterinary nurse but will initially cover reception and then will join the nursing team on Laura’s return.

Ellie, Millie & Tiffany

Tay Valley Vets — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 22:32:02 +0000

Owned and shown by Liz, one of our fantastic receptionists

Survey Reveals Lack Of Knowledge of Rabbit Husbandry

Tay Valley Vets — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 11:08:36 +0000

A survey of over 2000 people carried out during Rabbit Awareness Week revealed some startling and worrying statistics.

50% of respondents believed that the average rabbit lives for only three to four years
71% did not know that fibre; hay and grass, was the most important component of the rabbits diet
50% believed that vegetables, fruit and carrots were the most important foodstuffs for rabbits.
90% were unaware that a rabbit could cost over £3,000 over its life time

It is essential that owners understand their rabbits welfare needs, including their need to be fed a suitable diet, to have a large hutch and exercise run, to have company and to receive appropriate health care including vaccinations against deadly diseases.

If you feel that you need any further advice on your rabbits needs please contact the practice for a free nurse consultation.

Equine Flu

Tay Valley Vets — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 18:41:08 +0000

Recent outbreaks have been confirmed in Shropshire and Surrey in the last week. TVVC is an equine flu surveillance practice and can arrange to have samples tested free at the Animal Health Trust if you are concerned your horse is showing symptoms.

Tay Valley Vets — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 09:28:28 +0000

Pico the 2yo black lab arriving at TVVC in style. He enjoys the fresh air of side car travel but has no plans to sit his bike test just yet.