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Stay informed with our topical articles, all written by our equine vets.Covid 19 Update
Following the Prime Minister’s announcements and advice from our professional bodies, we are moving to a service where we no longer provide any ROUTINE veterinary care. This is to ensure the health and safety of our staff and our clients, and to strictly adhere to social distancing policies as set out by the government. We […]
Read MoreEquine Standing MRI – what to expect
What to expect when your horse has a standing MRI. Using the right tools early in the lameness process to get a definitive diagnosis will allow you and your vet to devise the right treatment plan, hopefully getting your horse back to full fitness as quickly as possible. The clear images from MRI allow vets […]
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Why MRI?
Our equine clinic has the most technologically advanced standing MRI machine available, used for both clients and those referred from other veterinary practices. Often during a lameness work-up, your vet will use ‘nerve blocks’ to locate where the pain is coming from. This may then be followed with X-ray or ultrasound examinations, but because these […]
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Mission Christmas Gift Appeal
Once again Oakhill Veterinary Centre will be taking part in Rock FM’s Mission Christmas Gift Appeal 2019, in aid of Cash for Kids, who make sure Christmas gifts get to disadvantaged children in the area. All 4 of our branches will be gift collection points. If you’d like to donate a gift, it should be […]
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Keeping your horse safe on Bonfire Night
Bonfire Night can be stressful for both horses and horse owners. The calmest of horses can become frightened by the unfamiliar loud noises and flashes of bright light. There are some things you can do to prepare…. Find out when and where the firework displays will be in your area. You could look in local […]
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PetPlan Veterinary Awards 2020
The PetPlan Veterinary Awards 2020 are now open! 2020 marks an amazing 21 years of these awards celebrating excellence within the veterinary industry. The Petplan Veterinary Awards recognise the fantastic work that goes on in veterinary practices across the UK. Petplan has worked closely with the veterinary profession for over 40 years and hosts these […]
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