Essex and Suffolk Equine Vets

01/04/2026

Please see below our office opening times for the coming Easter Bank Holiday 🐣🐰🐣

If you have an emergency please call 01787 703800 to reach the on call vet👨‍⚕️🩺

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18/03/2026

Castration season is well under way - GET IT DONE BEFORE THE FLY SEASON!

Although a commonly performed surgery amongst equines, people sometimes overlook what major surgery it is and what problems can arise. Experience and good aseptic techniques are so important. Pain relief, adequate sedation and subsequent good husbandry are all essential for minimising the risks associated with castrations.

The two most common complications seen are swelling and infection and this is where the meticulous husbandry plays its part. Bleeding, scirrhous cords and gut herniation are less common, but are very much something owners need to be aware of. Tetanus cover is a must as the usually fatal disease can be avoided by vaccination or an antitoxin.

Most castrations are done under standing sedation, however older horses (due to greater blood supply to the area) undescended testicles and often minis (as the vets just can not reach) will be done under general anaesthetic.

If you would like to talk to one of our vets or to get your “boy” booked in please call 01787 703800 or if easier email reception@esequinevets.co.uk ☎️ ✉️

24/02/2026

Just a little reminder:

The Care About Cushing scheme has changed and the first months where new horses can claim FOC vouchers are March and April. They are then eligible for a FOC dose checker test 4-6 weeks later.

For more information click the link below ⬇️

There have been some updates to the Care About Cushing’s ACTH testing scheme for 2026,
used to support the diagnosis of PPID (Equine Cushing’s).

To learn more about the latest changes and what they mean for you and your horse, visit:

https://careaboutcushings.co.uk/

These changes won’t affect horses currently under treatment, monitoring tests are still available
at the appropriate time.

If you have any questions or need help planning your horse’s PPID monitoring, our team is
always here to support you.

14/02/2026

✨Sponsor of the day ✨

are kindly sponsoring the 80cm (Horse) league for the 2026 season here at Codham Park Equestrian 💙

Essex and Suffolk Equine Vets are proud to be an independent equine practice.
We are a dedicated ambulatory equine practice serving equine clients throughout Essex and Suffolk. Our experienced team provide a comprehensive and personal service in a caring and professional manner. We have a full array of modern portable diagnostic equipment allowing us to provide the very best in veterinary care at your yard or home. Whether you have racehorses, competition horses, pleasure horses, children’s ponies or pet ponies/donkeys, we will treat them all with the utmost respect and compassion and will tailor their care according to your and their needs.

📞 01787 703800
📧reception@esequinevets.co.uk
🕸️https://esequinevets.co.uk

2026season

04/02/2026

There have been some updates to the Care About Cushing’s ACTH testing scheme for 2026,
used to support the diagnosis of PPID (Equine Cushing’s).

To learn more about the latest changes and what they mean for you and your horse, visit:

https://careaboutcushings.co.uk/

These changes won’t affect horses currently under treatment, monitoring tests are still available
at the appropriate time.

If you have any questions or need help planning your horse’s PPID monitoring, our team is
always here to support you.

03/02/2026

We are pleased to be continuing our sponsorship with Frenches Farm 🐎

Sponsor Spotlight! 🐴

Essex & Suffolk Equine Vets is an independent, ambulatory equine veterinary practice providing comprehensive horse-focused care across Essex and Suffolk. The practice delivers on-site veterinary services, bringing expertise, diagnostics, and treatment directly to yards, homes, and studs.

They care for all types of equines, including competition horses, racehorses, leisure horses, ponies, donkeys, and youngstock. The practice offers 24/7 emergency cover alongside routine and preventative care.

The experienced veterinary team specialises in sports and performance horses, orthopaedics, dentistry, reproduction, stud work, and general equine medicine. The practice is an RCVS Approved Graduate Development Practice, supporting the training and development of new equine vets.

Key services include:
-Routine health care, vaccinations, and consultations
-Equine dentistry and castration
-Lameness investigations and medical work-ups
-Diagnostic imaging (X-ray and ultrasound)
-Endoscopy and gastroscopy
-Reproductive services and artificial insemination
-Pre-purchase examinations and export certification
-Shockwave and laser therapy
-24-hour emergency and urgent care

Essex & Suffolk Equine Vets is known for its practical, approachable, and personalised service, combining modern mobile diagnostics with a strong emphasis on horse welfare, clear communication, and professional, reliable care for owners across the region.

31/01/2026

The first two foals of the season were born last weekend, beautiful healthy thoroughbreds bred by parks_farm_stud 🥰🐴

Both foalings were thankfully very straight
forward, and Pinafore did exceptionally well as first time mum, even foaling down at a very sociable hour, which is unusual for mares who often choose to foal down in the middle of the night.

28/01/2026

FEI Vaccinations 🐴💉

As of January 2026, the digital registration of vaccination details will be enforced by the FEI. It is imperative that you let us know at the time of vaccination if your horse is FEI registered, and likely to be competing under FEI rules, as we have to upload the vaccination at the time of administering it.

14/01/2026

We are pleased to announce we have a new vet starting next week.

James Crawford - Veterinary Surgeon

James has worked as an equine vet on and off since qualifying in 2004. This was interspersed with commercial roles in sport horse breeding, and working with performance and locomotion products for race horses and camels in the Middle East.

He breeds a few showjumping foals each year, and enjoys dreaming of top sport!

‘I very much looking forwards to working with the Team at Essex and Suffolk Vets”

06/01/2026

“New year, new me! Or even new horse” 😂

Do you have any equine related 2026 goals?

03/01/2026

Faecal Worm Egg Count Programme 2026🪱 🪱

We are in the process of sorting our 2026 FWEC programme, if you would like to be added to the list please get in touch.

The packs are £24.00 which include three tests to be done throughout the year, we email you with reminders when to send the samples in and offer worming advise along the way.

Please call on 01787 703800 or email reception@esequinevets.co.uk to be added to the list or if you would like more information 📧 ☎️

#2026

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from all the team at Essex and Suffolk Equine Vets. Here’s to health, happiness and an unforgettable moments in 2026. 🎉🎉