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24/7 equine support for horses across Devon from an experienced veterinary practice.

01/06/2026

Laminitis is a painful hoof condition with three main causes:

Endocrine (Hormonal) - Most common. Linked to Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) and PPID (“Cushing’s”), causing insulin imbalance that damages the hoof.

Mechanical / Traumatic - Overload of one limb or excessive concussion, such as supporting limb laminitis or hard ground work.

Toxic / Inflammatory - Triggered by systemic illness like colitis, grain overload, infection, or retained placenta.

Signs can be variable, sometimes subtle, as well as developing at different rates. If you notice any signs of laminitis: heat in the feet, reluctance to move, or a shifting stance, contact the practice immediately.

Early intervention can make a significant difference to outcome and comfort.

24/05/2026

If You Suspect Equine Flu — Stop and Isolate

If your horse shows signs of respiratory illness:
• Stop work
• Isolate immediately
• Call your vet

22/05/2026

Small Hygiene Steps, Big Impact

Simple actions make a huge difference:

✔ Clean and disinfect equipment
✔ Don’t share buckets or tack
✔ Wash hands between horses
✔ Change clothing if handling sick horses

18/05/2026

Vaccinating Still Matters

Vaccinating is the single most effective tool we have to reduce the severity and spread of equine influenza.

Even vaccinated horses can be affected, but symptoms are usually milder and outbreaks are easier to control.

15/05/2026

How Do Vets Diagnose Equine Flu?

Diagnosis is based on:
Clinical signs
Laboratory testing, including PCR tests. These tests help confirm infection quickly, so the right steps can be taken to protect your horse and the wider equine community.

11/05/2026

Even healthy looking horses can carry infection.

An isolation period of 7–10 days can prevent weeks of disruption and illness.

08/05/2026

Equine flu spreads fast through:
-Coughing and sneezing
- Nose to nose contact
- Shared buckets and grooming kits
- Clothing, hands and equipment
- Poorly ventilated stables

Biosecurity isn’t overkill — it’s essential.

03/05/2026

Spot the Signs Early

Know the warning signs of equine flu:
High temperature (often over 38.5°C/101.3°F)
Persistent cough
Nasal discharge
Lethargy
Reduced appetite

01/05/2026

May Welcomes Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month

We want to take this opportunity to say a huge Thank you to our wonderful nursing team.

Our Vet nursing team care for your pets as if they were their own. Alongside providing patient care, they monitor anaesthesia, run laboratory tests, place cannulas, ensure clinical areas are kept clean and hygienic to name just a few of their roles. Just remember in human health care you would have a different person to do each of those things.

We will share some vet nurse related information with you over the coming month so keep your eyes peeled.

29/04/2026

What is Equine Influenza?

Equine influenza (or equine flu) is a highly contagious viral respiratory disease that spreads quickly between horses.

While it’s rarely fatal, it can seriously affect your horse’s health, comfort and performance and outbreaks still happen every year in the UK.

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Roysden, Barnstaple Cross
Crediton
EX172EP

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+441363772319

Website

http://www.jwoodvet.co.uk/

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