Hook Norton Farm Vets

06/06/2026

03/06/2026

Worm Egg Counts: A Simple Tool for Smarter Grazing Management

Regular worm egg counts can help you make informed decisions about parasite control and reduce unnecessary treatments.

• Identify which parasites are affecting your lambs
• Choose the most appropriate wormer based on evidence, not guesswork
• Spot increasing worm burdens before they impact growth rates
• Avoid unnecessary treatments when worm levels are low
• Monitor how well treatments are working and check for potential resistance

Getting accurate results:
• Sample at least 10 dung piles across the group
• Include a mixture of firm and loose samples
• Collect a consistent amount from each sample
• Fresh samples give the best results
• Make sure you're sampling the correct age group
• Submit samples promptly - ideally within 12 hours of collection

Worm egg counts are available through our clinic for £19.60 + VAT for a single sample or £16.36 + VAT per sample when submitting two or more.

If you'd like advice on sampling or interpreting your results, contact our farm team.

30/05/2026

Local farmer and HNVG client Chris Slatter is heading to the Hammersmith Apollo this Saturday as part of the Hawkstone Farmers Choir for the Britain’s Got Talent Grand Final. 🎤🚜

After winning the public vote in the fifth semi-final, the 34-strong choir - made up of farmers and agricultural workers from across the UK - has captured the hearts of the nation.

But their journey is about far more than music. The choir is using its platform to raise awareness of mental health and su***de prevention within the farming community, helping to shine a light on the challenges of isolation and financial pressure faced across the industry.

If crowned winners, the group has pledged to donate a significant portion of the £250,000 prize fund to charities supporting farmers’ mental health.

Best of luck to Chris and the whole choir for the final! 🌾

📺 Watch the Britain’s Got Talent Final tonight at 7:00pm on ITV1 and ITVX.

29/05/2026

We were delighted to provide veterinary cover at last weekend. Despite the soaring temperatures, it was a fantastic event with a brilliant atmosphere, and we thoroughly enjoyed meeting everyone and being a part of the festival.

22/05/2026

Our vets are busy out and about representing the practice at some fantastic local events this weekend! 🚜☀️

You can catch the team at Farm Fest from tomorrow through to Sunday, as well as at the Oxfordshire Young Farmers Country Show on Sunday.

We’d love to see you there, so please do come and say hello to the team if you’re attending! 👋

With the weather set to be warm over the weekend, please leave your dogs at home where possible to help keep them safe and comfortable in the heat 🐶🌡️

21/05/2026

Just a reminder that we are available for emergencies this Monday, 25th May.

We will be open as usual on Tuesday 26th May.

For emergency care, call us anytime on 01608 730085.

Please have the following details to hand:
- DETAILS OF THE EMERGENCY
- CONTACT TELEPHONE NUMBER

20/05/2026

Knock-down Disbudding for Dairy & Beef Calves 🐮

Disbudding is an important part of calf management, but it can be a stressful experience for both calves and farmers. Traditionally, calves are disbudded using local anaesthetic and pain relief, requiring multiple trips through the handling system.

An alternative approach is “knock-down” disbudding, where a vet administers a light sedative alongside local anaesthetic and anti-inflammatory pain relief. This allows calves to be safely disbudded calmly within their pens, reducing handling stress and making the process more efficient labour-wise.

Reducing stress is important for calf health and performance. Stress hormones such as cortisol can suppress the immune system, leaving calves more vulnerable to disease. With knock-down disbudding, calves are often quicker to return to normal behaviour, eating and drinking sooner after the procedure - helping keep growth and performance on track during this key stage of development. 🐄

19/05/2026

Need a refresher on responsible medicine use on farm?

Join us for our Mastering Medicines Refresher session, designed to help farmers stay up to date with Red Tractor requirements and current best practice.

Topics include:
- Avoiding worm resistance
- Updated vaccination protocols
- Supportive therapies
- Latest products on the market

📅 27.05.26
🕙 10:00am – 12:30pm
💷 £45 + VAT

To book your place:
📞 01608 730085
📧 [email protected]

15/05/2026

We’re proud to be sponsoring the Four Farms Challenge this weekend! 🏃‍♀️

Good luck to everyone taking part - whether you’re running the 5K, 10K or 20K, we hope you have a fantastic day out on the course.

There’s still time to enter if you’d like to get involved! Expect beautiful countryside routes, a brilliant community atmosphere, and a great day for all ages and abilities.