Dalehead Equine Newsletters

Below are links to all our newsletters.

Current Newsletters are in Adobe PDF format you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer to view these newsletters. 

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  Wed 06 Jun 2025

  June 2025

  It's Rabbit Awareness Week this month so we look at summer care for your rabbit. We also have an update from Search and Rescue dog Kez, and we welcome Pete to the Directorship.

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  Tue 06 Jun 2025

  June 2025

  Bluetongue update, whether vaccination is the best option for your herd or flock, and maximising growth rates in lambs are just two of the topics covered in this month's newsletter.

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  Wed 05 May 2025

  May 2025

  All the B's this month - Bluetongue, blowfly and BVD! Also, with lambing time comes nematodirus and coccidiosis, the worm season is underway!

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  Wed 05 May 2025

  May 2025

  May is Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month so we have asked our fabulous nursing team to give you a little insight into their roles here at the practice.

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  Wed 04 Apr 2025

  April 2025

  This month we look back at the results obtained from the vet techs in the biological control of flies on farms last year. We look forward to turning out dairy youngstock and look at worming options prior to this. Our 'Responsible Use of Medicines' course will be running again on Tuesday 29th April so contact the surgery to book a place.

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  Wed 04 Apr 2025

  April 2025

  Cognitive Dysfunction in older pets can be distressing for both the animal and the owner. Early detection can help and in this month's newsletter we review the signs to look out for. Also up for discussion: Insurance, should I insure my pet?

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  Thu 03 Mar 2025

  March 2025

  New Veterinary Medicine Regulations are reviewed in this month's newsletter along with updates to the Animal Health and Welfare Pathway. We also discuss Mycoplasma Bovilis infection and vaccination in calves.

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  Tue 03 Mar 2025

  March 2025

  What's new? We thank you for your patience during the refurbishment of the waiting area and cosultation rooms. Plus, chemotherapy and your pet, a guide.

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  Thu 02 Feb 2025

  February 2025

  This month we cover the new Veterinary Medicine Regulations in a bit more detail and introduce new farm vet Amy Overend.

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  Thu 02 Feb 2025

  February 2025

  Pre-anaesthetic blood tests; Why do we do them, what do they tell us, what are the benefits? Also this month, we take a look at the injection for dogs which gives 12 months flea and tick protection.

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  Thu 01 Jan 2025

  January 2025

  Happy New Year! In this month's newsletter we look back at our Cryptosporidiosis meeting held in December and the launch of the first cryptosporidia vaccine. We also look at copper deficiency in pregnant ewes and go through the key points of the updates to the Red Tractor Standards.

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  Wed 01 Jan 2025

  January 2025

  Happy New Year to everyone from the team here at Dalehead. We have an interesting article on anaemia in dogs this month and we also catch up with Mountain Rescue Search dog Kez and her owner Andy.

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  Fri 12 Dec 2024

  December 2024

  It's that time of year again, so sit back with a brew and enjoy one of Ruth's Christmas poems. We also take a look at oral fluid therapy for adult cows, and make sure you book a place for the annual sheep meeting - Monday 13th January 2025. Merry Christmas!

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  Thu 12 Dec 2024

  December 2024

  Ever wondered what happens to your pet when they undergo an anaesthetic? We take you through the procedure in this month's newsletter. Also, hypothermia in dogs, and festive dangers!

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  Sun 11 Nov 2024

  November 2024

  We have confirmed cases of Pasteurellosis from post mortem examinations of lambs over the past few weeks. We discuss prevention and predisposing stress factors which can make lambs vulnerable to outbreaks. Also this month - do you know your fluke doses? Ringworm in cattle and updates from our in-house laboratory.

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  Mon 11 Nov 2024

  November 2024

  Noise phobia - is it an issue for your pet? We take a look at the signs and symptoms and offer advice on treatment.

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  Fri 10 Oct 2024

  October 2024

  This month have articles on bluetongue, and calf pneumonia (both prevention and vaccination options) in suckler herds. We also have updates from our in-house laboratory, including a case of OPA (Ovine Pulmonary Adenocarcinoma).

  Huge congratulations to Karen Gardner who has passed her Vet Tech qualification and apprenticeship with a distinction, completing the 2 year course in less than 18 months! Well done Karen.

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  Fri 10 Oct 2024

  October 2024

  This month we look at wound healing, and also share the interesting case of 'Foreman Ted' - a lovely little chap who was experiencing issues with his heart.   

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  Fri 09 Sep 2024

  September 2024

  Updates on enzootic abortion vaccine availability, use of Group 4 wormers and quarantine protocols for purchased sheep this month, and yes - it's tupping time again!

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  Mon 09 Sep 2024

  September 2024

  Veterinary visits are vital for your cat but many owners feel that it is too stressful to get their cats to the vet. How can we help?

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  Fri 08 Aug 2024

  August 2024

  This month vet Peter talks us through some of the commonly asked questions regarding arthritis in dogs and cats.

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  Fri 08 Aug 2024

  August 2024

  It's been a month of meetings so we bring you updates from the Cow Signals and mastitis client meetings, plus information from the vet meeting regarding milk powder protocols for calves.

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  Wed 07 Jul 2024

  July 2024

  What happens when you ring the surgery with an emergency? We give a behind the scenes view of the whole team process in place to deal with emergency situations with a recent case study.

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  Wed 07 Jul 2024

  July 2024

  How can we maximise growth rates in lambs this summer? Also this month, teaser tup preparation, and managing heat stress in dairy cows.

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  Mon 03 Mar 2024

  March 2024

  Lambing time updates, vaccinations for cattle pre-turnout, and news of our upcoming dairy farmer meeting this month.

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  Mon 01 Jan 2024

  January 2024

  This month we take a look at cryptosporidiosis in calves, copper deficiency in pregnant ewes and catch up with the news from our in-house laboratory.

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  Fri 02 Feb 2019

  February 2019

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  Tue 01 Jan 2019

  January 2019

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  Mon 09 Sep 2018

  September 2018 - Parasite Forecast

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  Tue 05 May 2018

  May 2018 Parasite Forecast

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  Sun 11 Nov 2015

  Autumn Newsletter - Tapeworm

  This month we look at tapeworms and gastric ulcers!

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  Tue 09 Sep 2015

  September 2015 - Pasture Management

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  Wed 07 Jul 2015

  Summer 2015 - Keeping Your Horse Hydrated.

  Whilst summer is not the only time of year when horses may suffer from dehydration, long hot days when horses are being exercised and competed can certainly accentuate the issue.

  Other topics this month include: Plant poisoning, Sweet itch and the fight against laminitis.

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