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Dentistry is not a luxury, it is an essential part of your horse, donkey and pony's welfare. Fully qualified EDT and a BAEDT member

24/08/2026

A VERY WARM WELCOME TO LAURA!

We're really excited to officially introduce the newest member of the Bee May EDS team – Laura!

Laura will be joining us on the admin side of the business and has already spent some time working alongside Angharad, learning the ropes and getting to grips with everything that goes on behind the scenes at Bee May EDS HQ.

So, when you message or email us, you may now find Laura at the other end! Please give her the same lovely warm welcome that you always give our team.

A little bit about Laura…

She's recently welcomed a new puppy, Rievaulx, named after Rievaulx Abbey in Yorkshire – a very special place she visited many times with her previous dog, Luka.

She loves bouldering (climbing without ropes!), which she says keeps her sane despite actually being scared of heights!

She's also incredibly crafty and has taught herself to knit and crochet, recently adding macramé to the list. Her new puppy is already benefiting from her latest hobby with his very own handmade mini collars!

And if she could disappear anywhere tomorrow, her dream trip would be hiring a campervan and travelling around Norway.

Although we're incredibly sad to be saying goodbye to Angharad and she will be hugely missed, we're also really excited for this next chapter and absolutely delighted to have Laura joining us.

She's already settled in brilliantly and we're really looking forward to having her as part of the team.

Please join us in giving Laura a big Bee May EDS welcome!

21/08/2026

We have some news from Bee May EDS HQ…

After being such a huge part of our team, the wonderful Angharad is leaving us for an exciting new opportunity.

From a business point of view, we are absolutely gutted to be losing her. But as a friend, I honestly couldn’t be happier for her. She’s been given an amazing opportunity and I’m so excited to see her take this next step.

Angharad has been an incredible part of Bee May EDS over the years and has done so much behind the scenes to keep everything (and quite often me 😂) organised and running smoothly.

Her loyalty, patience, support, hard work and friendship have meant more than I can put into words, and we will be forever grateful for everything she has done for the business, our team and our clients.

Although the office definitely won’t be the same without her, this isn’t really goodbye. We’ll still be cheering her on from the sidelines and can’t wait to see what this next chapter brings for her.

Thank you for everything, Angharad. We are going to miss you more than you know, but we are SO incredibly proud of you.

Here’s to your next adventure x

20/07/2026

A dental appointment is about so much more than teeth.

Of course, we're there to assess your horse's oral health, but that's only part of the appointment.

It's about building trust and developing a relationship with each horse.

It's about reading their body language, recognising when they need a moment to process what's happening and working at their pace wherever possible.

Every horse is an individual. Some are confident and curious, while others may be nervous or unsure. Taking the time to understand their behaviour helps make the experience as calm and positive as possible for everyone involved.

One of the things I love most about my job is earning a horse's trust. There's nothing more rewarding than seeing a horse relax during their treatment, and for some horses, that trust can take several visits to build.

With each visit, we get to know their personalities, learn what is normal for them and recognise the subtle changes that might suggest something isn't quite right. Horses are incredibly good at hiding pain, so understanding the individual horse is just as important as examining their teeth.

A great example of this was our recent visit to The Holistic Horse & Pony Centre, where every horse needed something slightly different. Whether that meant having a companion nearby, being treated inside or outside the stable, taking things a little slower, or using sedation where appropriate, adapting our approach helps create the best possible experience for both horse and handler.

Because at the end of the day, equine dentistry has never been just about teeth. It's just one link in the chain for caring for the whole horse.

What's one thing your horse does that always makes you smile?

21/06/2026

☀️ HOT WEATHER REMINDER ☀️

With temperatures forecast to reach up to 37°C this week, the welfare and safety of both horses and people must come first.

We will be monitoring conditions closely and may be in touch with some clients to discuss whether appointments should go ahead as planned, particularly where sedation may be required.

Where appointments do proceed, we would be incredibly grateful if horses could be kept as cool as possible before our arrival. Access to shade, good ventilation and plenty of fresh water can make a huge difference.

Cold drinks and water for your visiting professionals are always very much appreciated too!

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we navigate what is expected to be a very hot week.

Stay safe, stay hydrated and please do all you can to keep both yourselves and your horses cool.

What are your favourite hot weather tips for keeping horses comfortable? Share them below 👇

10/06/2026

Most people see the appointments, the horses and the dentistry.

What they don't always see is the time spent behind the scenes learning, discussing, planning and continually improving.

At the weekend I attended the BAEDT Congress & AGM as both a member and part of the council. It was a fantastic opportunity to learn from others, share ideas, discuss the future of the profession and catch up with colleagues who are equally passionate about equine welfare.

One thing I've always loved about this profession is that learning never really stops.

Whether it's listening to lectures, discussing cases, sharing experiences with colleagues, mentoring students or contributing through council work, every conversation ultimately comes back to one thing:

Improving the standard of equine dentistry and welfare for horses.

I'm incredibly proud to be part of a profession that is committed to maintaining standards, supporting education and continuing to develop for the benefit of the horses we care for.

A huge thank you to everyone involved in organising the event and to all those who shared their knowledge and experience throughout the weekend. I've come away with plenty of notes, ideas and things to think about.

Now it's time to put the notebook away, get back out on the road and do what I love most... seeing and treating horses.

What was the last thing you learned that changed the way you do something?

09/06/2026

But they're eating fine.

It's one of the most common things we hear before a dental appointment.

The reality is that horses are incredibly good at adapting and hiding discomfort. As prey animals, showing weakness doesn't come naturally to them, so they often learn to cope with problems long before we notice anything is wrong.

Many horses with dental abnormalities continue eating, maintaining weight and carrying on as normal.

That's why routine dental examinations are so important.

We're not just looking for problems once they become obvious — we're looking to identify and address issues before they begin affecting your horse's comfort, health and performance.

Has your horse ever had a dental issue that surprised you because they weren't showing any obvious signs?

08/05/2026

TEXT SYSTEM DOWN

Just another update…
Unfortunately the web-based text system that we use has been down since Thursday 8th May from around 8am. We have not been able to receive any messages since that time. We understand that some of the messages Angharad sent yesterday have come through but if you have replied, they haven’t been received.

This is an issue affecting the UK, parts of Europe and Australia. We have had regular updates from the system provider and they do seem to be working towards a solution so we are hoping we should be up and running again soon.

Thank you so much for your patience with this. It’s incredibly frustrating as it’s out of our control and Angharad has mentioned feeling particularly lonely yesterday and today!

If you do need to contact us today then please drop us a Facebook message.

07/05/2026

RADIO SILENCE

Just a quick one, the computer based text system we use has been down today so we apologise if you have messaged us and we haven’t replied; we promise we are not ignoring you!
There seems to be an issue that they are currently resolving and hopefully we shall be up and running again in no time.
Thank you for your patience 🤍

07/05/2026

A Friendly but Important Payment Reminder

We just wanted to post a little reminder regarding our payment terms.

As many of you know, we are a small business, and prompt payment helps keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes — from maintaining equipment and vehicles to managing diaries, records, insurance, and ongoing training.

🔹 Payment is due on the day of treatment.

The vast majority of our clients are absolutely brilliant with this, and we genuinely appreciate your support and understanding more than you know

Unfortunately, we’ve recently had a small number of repeated late payments and unpaid invoices, which has meant an increasing amount of time being spent chasing payments behind the scenes.

As a result, clients with outstanding or repeatedly overdue invoices may be asked to:

• Pay in full prior to future appointments being confirmed
• Pay deposits in advance for bookings
• Or may unfortunately be unable to rebook until balances are cleared

Late payment fees may also be applied where necessary, and if invoices continue to remain unpaid, further action may be taken to recover outstanding balances.

We completely understand that occasionally things get forgotten — and we will always try to approach situations fairly and reasonably — but repeated late payment has a significant impact on small businesses like ours.

The less time we spend chasing invoices, the more time we can spend focusing on what matters most: providing the best possible care for your horses.

Thank you again to all of our wonderful clients who continue to support us, pay promptly, and help keep everything running smoothly — we really do appreciate it 💙

18/03/2026

Good luck to everyone sitting the BVDA practical exam today!

I know how much work goes into getting to this stage — and how the nerves/anxiety you’re probably feeling right now.

But honestly… just treat it like any other horse.

Take your time, don’t rush, and work through your routine.

Trust your skills and your training.

It’s been a pleasure to help so many of you get to this point.

We will be thinking of you all today.

Fingers crossed for you 🤞

You’ve put the work in — now just go and do your thing. 🙌

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Basingstoke
RG224

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http://www.beemayeds.co.uk/

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