St David's Game Bird Services

St David's Game Bird Services St David’s Game Bird Services
We are a group of dedicated game bird vets that strive to improve every aspect of game bird health and welfare.

St David’s Game Bird Services is a service run by dedicated Game vets to offer the highest standard of care for game birds in rear and release as well as providing advice on bio security and welfare legislation. Our main office is based outside Exeter in Devon though we have national coverage operating from 13 bases across the UK and Ireland. Practice Locations:
Nutwell Estate, Exmouth, EX8 5AN T:

+44(0)1392 872932
Bampton, Tiverton, EX16 9NG T:+44(0)1392872932
Fonthill, Berwick St. Leonard SP3 5UA T:+44(0)1747820094
Far Peak, Northleach, GL54 3JL T:+44(0)1285 720516
Condover, Shrewsbury SY5 7NH T:+44())1743 718325
Tirril, Penrith CA10 2JH T:+44(0)1609 749155
Maxwell House, North Yorkshire DL7 9LN T:+44(0)1609 749155
Grange, Newcastle West T;+353 (0)69 69540
Ballymena, Co. Antrim, BT43 7DX T:+44 (0)2887722225
Dungannon, Co. Tyrone, BT71 67A T:+44(0) 28 87722225
Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire AB51 0AD T:+44 (0)1392 872932
Easter Bush Veterinary Centre, Midlothian, EH25 9RG T:+44 (0)1392872932

The business operates by a "hands-on," evidenced based and customised approach as we believe that many disease processes in game are a reflection of management and practice and there are many aspects of an operation that can be controlled to reduce disease challenges. We offer on site post mortem examinations at competitive rates as well as offering the ability to bring birds to one of our centres. Diagnosis is made at the time of the visit or after laboratory testing and medication is offered with advice on how to administer the product effectively. If you want to talk to any of our game vets feel free to contact our main office on 01392 872932 or drop us an email: [email protected]

Chicks can be sensitive to their environment. Factors such as pathogens and disease, noise, weather conditions, diet cha...
08/05/2026

Chicks can be sensitive to their environment. Factors such as pathogens and disease, noise, weather conditions, diet changes, water quality, and human interaction can all influence how well they develop.

When these conditions aren’t well managed, birds are more likely to experience poor gut health.

For site specific advice and guidance, speak to your local vet or give us a call on 01392 872932 or email us at [email protected]

To support birds during peak lay, it’s important to maintain routine regular worming.Two other products that can support...
01/05/2026

To support birds during peak lay, it’s important to maintain routine regular worming.

Two other products that can support the breeders at this time:

𝟓𝟎 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐏𝐥𝐮𝐬 is a supplementary liquid containing a blend of calcium, minerals and vitamins, designed to support egg and shell quality.

𝐇𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐱 𝐏𝐥𝐮𝐬 is specifically intended to support the liver (e.g. fatty liver, liver failure), the B-group vitamins combined with natural plant extracts support the development of the liver cells.

To find out more about 50 Week Plus click here >>> https://poultrypharm.co.uk/product/50-week-plus/

To find out more about Hepamix Plus click here >>> https://poultrypharm.co.uk/product/hepamix-plus/

With more variable weather on the horizon, good ventilation and heater management is important.If the birds are concentr...
28/04/2026

With more variable weather on the horizon, good ventilation and heater management is important.

If the birds are concentrating on body temperature regulation, they are not concentrating on developing and maintaining gut health, and this can cause secondary problems.

Electrolytes can help restore essential mineral salts as the chicks try to self-regulate their body temperatures from being too hot or chilled.

If you are concerned about the health and welfare of your birds, call your local vet or us on 01392 872932 or email [email protected]

It's important to remember that a cool chick will be compromised, so carefully monitor your shed's temperature and venti...
24/04/2026

It's important to remember that a cool chick will be compromised, so carefully monitor your shed's temperature and ventilation. If a chick is compromised, it will stop eating and drinking and use up a lot of energy to try to keep warm.

Alternatively, a chick that becomes too hot will have fundamental damage that is irreversible - which is what we saw last year with the high temperatures early in the season.

If you are concerned about the welfare of your birds, give us a call on 01392 872932 or email us at [email protected]

Water quality is critical to bird health. If water is introduced into the birds’ gut with high levels of pathogens, it w...
22/04/2026

Water quality is critical to bird health. If water is introduced into the birds’ gut with high levels of pathogens, it will drive poor gut health, immunosuppression, and birds will become more susceptible to disease.

Flush lines regularly using a product such as Aqua-clean, a hydrogen peroxide-based product that removes bacteria and biofilm.

For more information on Aqua-clean, click here >>> https://poultrypharm.co.uk/product/aqua-clean/

𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗚𝗲𝗹 𝗻𝗼𝘄!Chicks need to eat and drink as soon as possible after placement. If there's a delay they won't...
20/04/2026

𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗚𝗲𝗹 𝗻𝗼𝘄!

Chicks need to eat and drink as soon as possible after placement. If there's a delay they won't reabsorb the yolk sack efficiently, which can lead to delayed or impaired development.

It also means they'll use up nutrients for maintenance rather than early gut development.

Offer Chick Gel when the birds arrive - in hatching trays or on top of crumb - to help them get off to the best start.

With new cases of avian influenza still being confirmed in commercial poultry, it is important to ensure that biosecurit...
18/04/2026

With new cases of avian influenza still being confirmed in commercial poultry, it is important to ensure that biosecurity is an ongoing priority.

We recommend:
- Have a change of footwear for each shed
- Have a 'step up' at the shed entrance, e.g. a pallet
- Try not to enter the shed in the first few days unless necessary, e.g. to provide food/water

It is also important to carry out a targeted cleaning of your sheds between batches; this will help the next batch of birds get off to a good start.

If you would like any advice or guidance on maintaining good biosecurity and tailored cleaning protocols for your site, call us on 01392 872932 or email us at [email protected]

Vet Emily Munro was a guest speaker at the Scottish Gamekeepers Association AGM, where she talked about AI in game. It w...
16/04/2026

Vet Emily Munro was a guest speaker at the Scottish Gamekeepers Association AGM, where she talked about AI in game. It was also an opportunity for gamekeepers to get together to discuss updates and key topics facing the industry.

Housing measures that were in place across England and Wales were lifted on 9th April. However, avian influenza remains ...
14/04/2026

Housing measures that were in place across England and Wales were lifted on 9th April. However, avian influenza remains a significant risk to the industry and your birds, with a further case in commercial poultry over the weekend, biosecurity should always be top priority.

Good biosecurity includes the use of foot dips. Ensure you are using effective and approved products, at the right concentration and replenishing as instructed. Our recommended product is Prophyl S.

If you would like to discuss biosecurity measures for your site, give us a call on 01392 872932 or email [email protected]

Young chicks are unable to control their body temperatures for the first 14 days, which means the monitoring of brooding...
13/04/2026

Young chicks are unable to control their body temperatures for the first 14 days, which means the monitoring of brooding temperatures in sheds is crucial. Chicks will rely on their external environment for warmth, and you to ensure the shed is at the optimum temperature for them to thrive.

Heat should be evenly distributed to the edges. But you must avoid making it so hot in the middle that they huddle at the edges. Although sheds should be well ventilated, there shouldn't be draughts either.

If you would like more information on brooding temperatures, speak to your local vet or call us on 01392 872932 or email [email protected]

A reminder that you can book your Trusted Game visit through your local vet. Trusted Game is the only UK-wide assurance ...
11/04/2026

A reminder that you can book your Trusted Game visit through your local vet.

Trusted Game is the only UK-wide assurance scheme for the game sector that is written and delivered by vets. It promotes self-regulation/best practice and aims to drive continual improvement across the industry.

New for this year is a tiered membership, and sites will be issued with a pass, bronze, silver or gold status, according to the standards met.

Book now - call your vet or one of our branches to get your visit arranged.

Address

Nutwell Estate, Lympstone
Exmouth
EX85AN

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+441392872932

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