Exceptional care by equine vets in Sandhurst
Expert horse vets and equine dentists in Sandhurst, Finchampstead, Crowthorne, and nearby areas
Surrey Hills Equine is dedicated to providing exceptional equine medical care tailored specifically to the needs of horses and ponies, with a strong emphasis on personalised service. Our commitment ensures that each horse receives the highest standard of treatment.
With over two decades of expertise, our dedicated equine vets provide mobile equine services equipped with the latest diagnostic technology, ensuring thorough examinations and treatments within the comfort of your horse's familiar surroundings. To alleviate financial concerns, we offer Equine Health Plans that include benefits such as waived visit fees and discounts on services.
Our comprehensive equine services include pre-purchase examinations, routine health checks, equine dentistry, gastroscopy, advanced diagnostics, lameness and poor performance investigations, riding establishment inspections, and endoscopy. Through our mobile veterinary service, we deliver prompt, efficient diagnoses using state-of-the-art equipment like portable X-ray systems, ultrasound scanners, and video endoscopy, ensuring accurate on-site evaluations during every visit.
Located in Peaslake, Surrey, our practice has its roots in Priory Equine Veterinary Surgeons. We strongly emphasise preventive care, working closely with our clients to optimise their horses' health and well-being. Led by Dr. Corrado Montoneri, our experienced veterinary professionals understand each client's unique needs, allowing us to customise our services to suit individual circumstances.
Please see our online testimonials. One client recently commented:
Corrado and the team have been excellent supporting myself and our pony through a nasty field injury that required emergency internal and external stiches. Corrado was calm and compassionate at every visit providing clear advice on the treatment and care required. Definitely recommend the practice.
For more information about our services or to book an appointment, please get in touch at 01306 249944.
Finchampstead horse dentist
Are you looking for an equine vet? Our clinicians are highly experienced and dedicated to ensuring the dental health of your horse, pony, or donkey.
Poor dental health is a common issue in equines, often leading to severe pain, chronic discomfort, and diminished performance. Fortunately, equine dentistry has advanced significantly over the past decade, allowing us to better understand and address dental diseases in horses, preventing long-term suffering.
While many horse owners recognise the importance of regular dental checks as part of routine healthcare, the reasons behind these checks are not always fully understood. Unlike human teeth, a horse's teeth continually erupt and wear down through chewing. However, anatomical differences, modern feeding practices, and age-related changes can lead to improper wear, resulting in sharp points, displacements, and overgrowths. Additionally, other dental diseases can develop, causing chronic pain if left untreated.
Regular dental examinations every six to 12 months are crucial for early detection and prevention of these issues. Studies have shown that over 50 per cent of horses suffer from dental disease, which can lead to pain, weight loss, poor performance, behavioural problems, and serious conditions such as colic and infections.
Comprehensive PPEs and horse vettings in Sandhurst, GU17
Our skilled veterinary surgeons offer pre-purchase examinations for both registered and unregistered clients. This thorough, standardised assessment evaluates a horse's suitability for its intended use and generally involves five stages. Sometimes, a two-stage examination may be sufficient, particularly for young or unbacked horses or broodmares.
The examination begins with a preliminary clinical check at rest, where the vet palpates the limbs, listens to the heart and lungs, and examines the eyes using an ophthalmoscope. The horse's microchip is scanned, and its passport is reviewed. Next, the horse is observed walking and trotting in hand on a hard, level surface, including flexion tests and trotting on various surfaces to detect subtle lameness.
The exercise phase, usually performed under saddle, assesses the horse's performance and recovery during work at walk, trot, canter, and possibly gallop. If the horse is unbroken, it may be exercised on a lunge. Following this, the horse is rested, and its behaviour and recovery are observed to identify any stiffness or behavioural issues.
The final stage involves trotting the horse up in hand again to check for any changes or lameness that may have developed. A blood sample is recommended to test for medications or steroids, and additional procedures like limb X-rays, ultrasounds, or endoscopic exams may be carried out if necessary. After completing the examination, the vet will provide a detailed report on the horse's suitability for its intended use.
Do you need a Sandhurst emergency mobile equine vet?
Emergencies can be daunting, but our experienced team is dedicated to providing the necessary support. If you are unsure whether your horse needs emergency care, please get in touch with us for guidance.
Our highly skilled equine veterinarians are extensively trained to handle horse emergencies, typically administering treatment directly on-site with effective, immediate care.
For cases requiring specialised facilities, we have strong partnerships with local equine hospitals and transport services, allowing us to swiftly arrange referrals for advanced procedures such as scintigraphy (bone scans), colic surgery, MRI, and CT scans. You can rely on our 24-hour equine veterinary service for prompt assistance in urgent situations.
I was so very worried that my beautiful boy needed surgery but after several visits, Corrado was able to bring him back to full health
Speak to our Sandhurst equine veterinary clinic to schedule your appointment
To book an appointment with a local horse vet, please get in touch on 01306 249944 or via email at info@surreyhillsequine.com.
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Veterinary practice Sandhurst with a team of mobile equine vets covering Finchampstead , Crowthorne, Windlesham and the following local areas :-
- Ascot
- Binfield
- Bracknell
- Camberley
- Crowthorne
- Easthampstead
- Hurst
- Sandhurst
- Sunninghill
- Warfield
- Windlesham
- Winkfield
- Winnersh
- Wokingham
Other Equine Services in Surrey
Our horse vets can provide a complete range of services, including:
Lameness and poor performance
Lameness issues can inflict pain on your horse and cause concern and disruption for you as an owner. Our goal is to identify the cause of the problem and recommend suitable treatment to get your horse back to normal as quickly as possible.
The lameness investigation may involve various procedures, including the examination of your horse's conformation, movement, stride, and limb placement, flexion tests, palpation of the limbs and muscles, examination at walk and trot in hand and on the lunge, ridden examination, nerve or joint blocks, and X-ray or ultrasound.
Gastroscopy
Equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS) is increasingly acknowledged as a common culprit behind various clinical signs, including poor performance, behavioural changes, reduced appetite, lacklustre coat condition, and discomfort during girthing.
All horses face the risk of developing ulcers, with contributing factors such as a high-carbohydrate diet, intense training or competition schedules, and stressors like illness or changes in routine, such as box rest.
Using a gastroscope, we can visually inspect the horse's esophagus, stomach and proximal duodenum to confirm the presence of ulcers. Since ulcer treatment can be costly, a thorough stomach examination through gastroscopy is recommended before initiating any treatment.
Mobile diagnostic imaging
Surrey Hills Equine employs cutting-edge portable wireless diagnostic imaging tools, including Digital X-ray systems, Ultrasound Scanners, and Video Endoscopy, delivered directly to clients' premises. This innovative approach allows us to provide the convenience of on-site examinations, eliminating the need to transport horses.
Our horse vets may recommend additional diagnostic imaging, whether it is for lameness investigations, pre-purchase examinations (vetting), dental or head-related concerns, or assessments of upper airways for respiratory conditions or Strangles cases.
Endoscopy
Endoscopy is a valuable tool for assessing the respiratory tract, especially in horses facing respiratory issues or exhibiting poor performance.
The procedure involves passing a flexible camera, known as an endoscope, through your horse's nostril, pharynx, larynx, and down the trachea, with the option to examine the guttural pouches.