Top equine vets Farnborough
Trusted horse vets and equine dentists in Farnborough, Aldershot, Frimley, Ash Vale, Mytchett, or nearby areas
Surrey Hills Equine is a top equine veterinary practice near you committed to delivering outstanding medical care for horses while maintaining a personal touch. The primary focus of our team of horse vets – led by Corrado Montoneri - is on establishing long-term relationships and trust with our clients, ensuring that their horses receive an exceptional level of care and attention.
Located in Peaslake, Surrey, our equine veterinary practice began as Priory Equine Veterinary Surgeons. Our dedication to preventive care motivates us to work closely with our clients to ensure their horses' optimal health and well-being. Our team strives to comprehend our clients' needs, tailoring our services to suit their requirements.
Our extensive range of equine veterinary services encompasses pre-purchase examinations, routine health checks, endoscopy, lameness investigations, equine dentistry, advanced diagnostic imaging, riding establishment inspections, gastroscopy, and field surgery.
With over two decades of experience, our committed equine vets provide a mobile service with state-of-the-art diagnostic technology, enabling us to assess and treat horses at home in their yards.
To cater to our client's needs, we offer Equine Health Plans with adaptable solutions, including discounts and waived visit fees, ensuring your peace of mind.
For more information, please call 01306 249 944 or 01737 450 506.
Do you need an equine dentist in Farnborough, Aldershot, or Frimley?
All horses need to undergo routine dental examinations, with most requiring tooth rasping annually. This practice is vital for eliminating sharp edges that can cause painful cheek ulceration and ensuring all teeth are correctly aligned to facilitate efficient chewing.
Regular dental checks by a qualified horse dentist are of utmost importance for maintaining optimal dental health, as they are for humans. Dental discomfort often goes unnoticed in horses, leading to issues such as poor performance, weight loss, and behavioural changes.
Left untreated, dental problems can escalate into more severe issues. Horses naturally tend not to display dental pain, making thorough examinations essential for detecting any underlying tooth problems. In many cases, mild sedation is required for most horses to undergo a thorough inspection, enabling a comprehensive assessment that would otherwise be difficult.
Thorough horse vettings in Farnborough, Ash Vale, or Mytchett
Purchasing a horse can pose challenges, requiring confidence in selecting one suitable for your skill level and needs and ensuring its medical soundness – where the vetting or pre-purchase examination becomes crucial.
At Surrey Hills Equine, we provide tailored 2-stage and 5-stage vetting/pre-purchase examination services for horses of all types and abilities. Before conducting the vetting, we will discuss your equine requirements, followed by delivering a comprehensive post-vetting/pre-purchase exam report.
A 5-stage vetting is the most common type of pre-purchase exam. This thoroughly assesses a horse's suitability for a specific purpose.
It begins with a preliminary examination of the heart, eyes, and respiratory system and flexion tests on all four limbs. This is followed by an exercise phase, including trotting on various surfaces, controlled ridden exercise, and strenuous activity to assess cardiovascular health. After a rest period, another trot-up confirms soundness. A blood sample detects any masking substances. Routine blood sampling evaluates overall fitness. The examination concludes with recording markings, microchip, and passport numbers, alongside any noted abnormalities, with an opinion on purchase suitability.
Farnborough and Aldershot mobile equine vets for emergencies
At our equine clinic, we understand that emergencies can be stressful. If you are unsure whether your horse needs emergency care, it is best to seek guidance.
Our dedicated team of equine veterinarians is extensively trained to handle horse emergencies. Typically, we provide care directly to the horse on-site, with many cases responding quickly to treatment.
When on-site procedures are not feasible, we have close partnerships with nearby equine hospitals and transportation services. This lets us quickly arrange referrals for procedures such as MRI, Colic Surgery, Scintigraphy (Bonescan), and CT scans.
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 with our Farnborough equine veterinary clinic now
Discover more about our equine services near you by calling 01306 249 944 or 01737 450 506, emailing info@surreyhillsequine.com, or completing an online contact form.
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Veterinary practice Farnborough with a team of mobile equine vets covering Aldershot, Frimley, Ash Vale and the following local areas :-
- Blackwater
- Cove
- Deepcut
- Farnborough
- Hawley
- Mytchett
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.