Kent Equine Hospital

09/11/2026

A HUGE thank you to our lovely client for keeping us warm under the heat lamps today! 😂❤️ Katie and Sos were out for an internal medicine consultation on this gorgeous boy.

Anyone who knows Katie knows she’s ALWAYS cold! 🥶 Several layers are a must, and the woolly hat has officially become a permanent fixture for the winter! 😂🧣

Who needs a tropical holiday when you’ve got a stable, the heat lamps on and a bit of extra warmth?! 🔥🤣

The horses weren’t the only ones getting pampered!

Very grateful for clients who keep us warm and look after us… 😂❤️🐴

06/11/2026

On this chilly Autumn weekend, be mindful of checking your paddocks for sycamore seeds and any other hazards.

We have seen a large number of Sycamore poisonings, colics and traumas in the field this week.

Rest assured experienced Emergency Clinician Rachael is on hand for advice and emergencies at home/ yard, whilst Sos and Amy are providing 24 hour critical medical and nursing care to all our inpatients.

It has been a very difficult week for some owners and as well as for the team, who all care so deeply for the cases we look after.

Take care

The KEH team

05/11/2026

We have seen an increased in Sycamore Poisoning cases due to recent weather.

Symptoms include:
Muscle tremors/shivering/shaking
Reluctance to move
Stiff gait/struggling to walk
Brown urine
Colic
Low head carriage
Collapse and inability to stand

Please check your paddocks and follow guidance reposted below.

Please share wide and far

Thank you

31/10/2026

🎆🎇 🐴 F.I.R.E.W.O.R.K.S.
Fireworks Safety for Horses 🎆🎇🐴

The first bangs and flashes arrive today just in time for Halloween and we know how worrying a time it can be for all horse, pony and donkey owners .

Follow our handy tips and don’t hesitate to call if you need help or advice.

Stay safe

💥

30/10/2026

Sos and Katie were delighted to bump into the beautiful Sammy whilst out on their scoping day!

Katie had the privilege of guddling about in Sammy’s abdomen over 5 years ago when she needed colic surgery for a Lipoma causing a strangulation of her small intestine. Katie was delighted to see Sammy looking so well 5 years on and this was a fabulous end to a busy week.

Remember to cherish every precious moment with your horses and ponies - they really are the best and why we are so privileged to do this job and love what we do 💙🐴💗

✌️

24/10/2026

🍂⏰ DON’T FORGET… THE CLOCKS GO BACK TONIGHT! ⏰🍂

🐴 A little reminder from Bailey, our resident support pony! 💙

You might be looking forward to that extra hour in bed tomorrow morning… 😴

But Bailey has a very important question…

WHO’S BRINGING ME MY BREAKFAST?! 🥕😂

Your pony’s tummy clock doesn’t change just because the clocks do! 🐎❤️

And remember, whether it’s an early-morning emergency or a worry in the middle of the night, our vets are on call and here for you and your horses whenever you need us. 🩺🐴

Wishing all our lovely clients and their four-legged friends a happy, cosy autumn! 🍁

Love from Bailey and all the KEH team 🍁🐴🍁

24/10/2026

23/10/2026

🚨Important Message 🚨

🍁🐴 ⚠️ SYCAMORE POISONING IN HORSES ⚠️🐴🍁

With high winds and storm season well upon us, and following a recent case, we wanted to remind horse owners of the dangers associated with sycamore trees, particularly at this time of year.

🍂 What is sycamore poisoning?

Sycamore seeds (commonly known as helicopters) and seedlings can contain a toxin called hypoglycin A, which can cause Atypical Myopathy – a serious and potentially fatal muscle disease in horses.

⚠️ Signs to watch out for include:
🐴 Muscle weakness, stiffness or trembling
🐴 Reluctance to move or difficulty walking
🐴 Lethargy and depression
🐴 Dark red or brown urine
🐴 Sweating and an increased heart rate
🐴 In severe cases, horses may become recumbent (unable to stand)

💉 Can it be treated?

There is currently no specific antidote for sycamore poisoning, so early recognition and supportive veterinary treatment are essential.

Treatment may include:
💊 Intravenous fluid therapy to support hydration and kidney function
💊 Pain relief and anti-inflammatory medication where appropriate
💊 Nutritional and metabolic support, including glucose and vitamins where indicated
💊 Intensive monitoring and nursing care in more severe cases

🍁 Prevention is key!
✔️ Check grazing areas for sycamore trees and fallen seeds.
✔️ Fence off affected areas where possible.
✔️ Provide adequate supplementary forage to reduce the likelihood of horses eating seeds.
✔️ Be particularly vigilant during autumn when seeds are falling.

🚨 Sycamore poisoning is a veterinary emergency. If you notice any of these signs or suspect your horse has ingested sycamore seeds, contact us immediately.

🚨Do NOT make an affected horse walk, as this may worsen muscle damage.

Please share to help raise awareness and keep all horses safe! 🐴🍂

23/10/2026

On this stormy wet and windy weekend, be sure to check fencing and rugs and try not to make management changes too suddenly.

We are seeing an inordinately large number of colics with the change in season .

Dr.Alex is heading up the road team; Dr. Sos and Amy are looking after inpatients and Katie is on hand for any emergency surgeries or critical cases.

Don’t delay care - call if you are concerned 🚨

Stay safe
Team KEH

18/10/2026

Congratulations 🥳 to our sponsored rider and vet, Gemma out with the 4 year olds yesterday - looking supersmart with our saddle pad logo 🐎🍾💪