Ark Vet Centre - Farm

08/08/2025

We have 5 single doses of Syvazul BTV 3 vaccine available for collection and use tomorrow, Saturday 9th August, from our Lockerbie practice. Licensed for both cattle and sheep. 🐮 🐑

Contact the practice on 01576 202552 to book out. This will be on a first come first served basis. 📞

07/08/2025

Today, we're backing the campaign which celebrates British farming.🚜

Ark Vet Centre is proud to shout about the great work British farmers carry out day in, day out! 🐮🐑🐷🐓

01/08/2025

🐾 DUMFRIES SHOW – This Saturday, 2nd August 2025! 🐮
Come and say hello and meet the team at Stand F2 tomorrow!👋🏼

We will have food and drink on hand, a fun competition to enter (with some fab pet & farming goodies up for grabs 🐕🐑), and friendly staff ready to chat about all things animal health – big and small! 🩺

Whether you’re bringing the family or just popping by for a great day out, we’d love to see you!

📍 Stand F2 – Don’t miss us!

29/07/2025

Great result! 💪🏻🐄

28/07/2025

28/07/2025

On Tuesday 29th Jul until Friday 1st August there are road closures between our Lockerbie Branch and the roundabout heading North from 9am until 5pm. Please see the map from D&G council for diversions during this time.

25/07/2025

🚨 BTV-3 Case Confirmed in Cumbria 🚨

On 24th July 2025, a cow in Cumbria tested positive for Bluetongue Virus serotype 3 (BTV-3) following a non-negative pre-movement test.

This may not be evidence of disease circulation in Cumbria, however, it highlights the risk of cattle movements in BTV spread, and the importance of movement regulations in containing the disease.

👉 Livestock keepers are urged to stay vigilant.
🧪 Monitor stock closely for signs and report any concerns immediately.
📍 Movement restrictions and surveillance measures may apply.

For more information or advice, contact Ark Vet Centre.

17/07/2025

🔬🐄 Successful BTV3 Farm Meeting! 🐑💉

We had a fantastic turnout for last night’s Bluetongue Virus (BTV) awareness meeting, hosted here at Ark Vet Centre. A big thank you to vet John Hamilton, who led the evening, and to Josephine, Veterinary Advisor from the APHA, for sharing her expert insights.

Farmers from across the area joined us to discuss:
✅ What Bluetongue virus is
✅ Current risks to UK and local livestock
✅ Surveillance and prevention strategies
✅ Current Movement Regulations

We’re proud to support our local farming community with up-to-date knowledge and practical advice. Thank you to everyone who attended and made the evening such a success!

10/07/2025

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03/07/2025

📣 Client Information Evening – Bluetongue Virus 🐑🐄

We’re inviting all our clients to a Bluetongue Information Evening on Wednesday 16th July at Lockerbie.

Join us to learn more about:
🔹 What Bluetongue is and how vaccination works
🔹 The current UK and local situation
🔹 Open Q&A session – bring your questions!

We’re pleased to be joined by experts from APHA (Animal and Plant Health Agency), who will be on hand to provide the latest updates and answer any queries.

📍 Ark Vet Centre, Lockerbie
🕕 6:30pm, 16th July

This is a great opportunity for livestock owners to stay informed and prepared. All are welcome – we look forward to seeing you there!

👉 To RSVP or for more info, phone the practice on 01576 202552!

27/06/2025

🚨 LUNGWORM ALERT 🚨

We’ve recently diagnosed lungworm in cattle in the area. This can be a serious condition that can cause coughing, reduced performance, and even sudden death if left untreated. Early detection and treatment are critical.

🪱 The video below shows an offending lungworm we found from a calf in its first grazing season this week.

📍 If your cattle are showing signs of coughing, weight loss, or struggling to thrive, please contact us on 01576 20255 for advice. Preventative strategies and timely treatments can make all the difference.

29/05/2025

Last week Sara and Callum from Ark vet had organised our youngstock farms to meet up to review and discuss our calves.
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