Stringer Equine Veterinary Surgeons

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Stringer Equine is a modern equine veterinary practice founded by Richard Stringer, an experienced equine vet offering a reliable, personal and professional service.

Exciting things arrived in the post last Friday.... We are getting all geared up to attend Okehampton Show on Thursday 1...
28/07/2025

Exciting things arrived in the post last Friday.... We are getting all geared up to attend Okehampton Show on Thursday 14th August - make sure you come and see us there!

Planning a fabulous family day out this summer? Look no further than Chagford Show on 21st August! To be in with a chanc...
24/07/2025

Planning a fabulous family day out this summer? Look no further than Chagford Show on 21st August!

To be in with a chance of winning 2 x adult and 2 x child tickets for entry on show day make sure you share this post, tag a friend and like both Stringer Equine and Chagford Show on Facebook

We can't wait to see you there!

*This competition is being run by Chagford Show Organisers

24/07/2025

There is a Nation wide issue with mobile numbers on O2 and EE, if you are waiting for a return call from us we are unable to connect with these mobile numbers. We will email you with our response so please keep an eye on your emails.

Huge congratulations to one of our most handsome patients Enzo, who with rider Kitty claimed not only 1st place in the i...
21/07/2025

Huge congratulations to one of our most handsome patients Enzo, who with rider Kitty claimed not only 1st place in the individual and team competition at the Eggesford Hunt Pony Club Area 16 Horse Trials yesterday, but also best overall results for the day, finishing on a fantastic dressage score of 24.2! 🥇 Certainly a pair to watch for the future!

Enzo was seen by vet Eve a few weeks ago for an asthma flare up, but thanks to the prompt call out, some medication to reduce the inflammatory reaction in his airways and hard work of Enzo's owners this was able to be brought under control meaning he was fit to compete! Equine asthma is a common condition that in the early stages often goes unnoticed, but signs can include the 'clearing cough' when starting work, and poor performance. Often (depending on the trigger) appropriate management changes can really help those affected.

Last week, vet Flo spent time volunteering at the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) 2025 National Championships ...
18/07/2025

Last week, vet Flo spent time volunteering at the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) 2025 National Championships at Hartpury College. She was involved in passport and health checks as horses entered the event; welfare checks in the warm up and show rings; stable vet duties as well as being ready to attend any emergencies that may have occurred throughout the event. With some record breaking high temperatures over the event, heat management and active cooling of horses (and volunteers!!) was also a vital part of her work.

During the event, participants competed in 10 disciplines including dressage, showing jumping, endurance racing, carriage driving and vaulting. Flo loved getting involved all aspects and was in awe of the amazing horses, participants and volunteers that come together at such an inclusive event.

Having volunteered at her local RDA centre growing up, Flo was keen to get involved with the charity now as a vet, and absolutely loved her time at this event. She is already looking forward to the next!

Zoned visits from Stringer EquineStarting in August 2025We are introducing zoned visits to help our clients save money a...
16/07/2025

Zoned visits from Stringer Equine

Starting in August 2025

We are introducing zoned visits to help our clients save money and to improve efficiency whilst reducing our environmental impact.
For veterinary services that can be planned in advance a zoned visit scheme enables us to plan routes that cut travel times and associated costs, allowing our Zone visit fee to be charged at a much reduced / local visit fee rate.

We have divided the area we cover into 9 zones following sensible routes along the better roads (sadly the Devon roads do not allow for a neat and even clock face of zones !). Visits will be either weekly or fortnightly.

Areas and frequency of visits may be subject to changes depending on uptake.
Zone 1: Fridays week 1 & 2
Zone 2: Tuesdays week 1
Zone 3: Mondays week 2
Zone 4: Mondays week 1 & 2
Zone 5: Wednesdays week 1 & 2
Zone 6: Wednesdays week 1
Zone 7: Tuesdays week 2
Zone 8: Thursdays week 1
Zone 9: Thursdays week 2

Further Information & Terms
- Zoned visits are suitable for any routine or preventative healthcare if you are happy to have any member of our experienced team of vets and pre-book with 48 hours notice.
- Procedures that we can offer on a zone day include: vaccinations, blood sampling, passport paperwork and microchipping, routine dentals and non-urgent consultations.
- Zoned visits appointments will be between 8.30 – 5.30pm Monday – Friday (not on public holidays ). If you request a visit outside of this time these can be booked as usual and will be chargeable at the usual rate.
- Zoned visits are NOT appropriate for unwell horses or emergencies requiring a same day appointment.
- Procedures such as Pre Purchase Examinations, complicated lameness investigations, endoscopic / gastroscopic examinations & reproduction work are also not suitable for zoned visits. These services can be booked as usual with the standard visit charge.

Booking a Zoned Visit:
Pre-booking is essential – please contact the office at least 48 hours in advance of your zone day. We advise you to book early as these visits are subject to availability and on a first come first served basis. Booking will close 2 days before the visit so that we can arrange the visit order & allocate appropriate time slots. You will be texted an appointment time the afternoon before the visit and it is expected that you or someone appointed by yourself is available within a 1 hour window to hold the horse and answer questions. If nobody is available when the vet arrives the visit will be cancelled and you will still be charged a visit fee.
For new clients payment is required at the time of visit.

If you cannot be flexible on time OR if you require a specific member of our team then a zoned visit will not be suitable and you can book as usual at the standard rate.

Earlier this year Stringer Equine Veterinary Surgeons submitted our renewal to remain as an Accredited Equine Practice (...
08/07/2025

Earlier this year Stringer Equine Veterinary Surgeons submitted our renewal to remain as an Accredited Equine Practice (Ambulatory) under the voluntary RCVS Practice Standards accreditation scheme. Having successfully passed the inspection process we are delighted to announce that our status has been renewed 🎉

The RCVS Practice Standards scheme aims to promote and maintain the highest standards of veterinary care, and we are very proud to have our continued accreditation under this scheme.

Last week we told you about Carmen, and how well she is doing 1 year on from a diagnosis of PPID and appropriate treatme...
02/07/2025

Last week we told you about Carmen, and how well she is doing 1 year on from a diagnosis of PPID and appropriate treatment, and today we have a similar success story, but a very different condition....

Sydney's owner called vet Harriet out to visit her boy in May last year after he continued to lose weight despite turnout on grass and increased feeds. On dental examination it was suspected Sydney was suffering from a condition called Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption and Hypercementosis (EOTRH). He was finding it difficult to tear grass with his incisors or bite down on a carrot, had painful swollen and receding gums, build up of tatar and gingival draining tracts.

EOTRH is a progressive dental condition seen in middle and older aged horses. It can result in resorption of tooth roots, bone and tissue surrounding the incisors and sometimes canines. This can be seen in the X-rays taken of Sydney's front teeth 🩻

The decision was made to remove all of Sydney's remaining incisors (he had already lost a few) and what a difference it has made. Whilst this looks quite dramatic, his gums healed really well and with an appropriate diet (including grazing for most) horses can do very well after tooth removal to treat this condition. Sydney is back to his cheeky self and we think he is looking absolutely fantastic (even with his tongue out) after celebrating his 26th birthday in May this year!

All of the vets at Stringer Equine have their areas of special interest, and for Harriet this is dentistry! She is currently working incredibly hard around her normal diary to undertake a Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice (CertAVP) for Equine Dentistry 🦷🎓📜

Vets Flo and Harriet had a lovely day on Saturday stewarding at Southcott XC's SJ and XC practice day. It was a lovely t...
30/06/2025

Vets Flo and Harriet had a lovely day on Saturday stewarding at Southcott XC's SJ and XC practice day. It was a lovely to see so many horses, ponies and riders out having a good day and building experience and confidence!

It's not always about the big competition, but big smiles! 🐴😊

What a difference a year can make! Just 12 months ago 25 YO Carmen was struggling to maintain condition, looking quiet a...
23/06/2025

What a difference a year can make! Just 12 months ago 25 YO Carmen was struggling to maintain condition, looking quiet and just not seeming herself. Vet Max was called out, and a general health-check and a blood test revealed a high ACTH level, consistent with PPID (Cushings). Carmen was started on medication (pergolide) and as you can see in the photo - has really bounced back! She is back under saddle and enjoying life again with owner Lynn 🥰

Having an older horse can bring it's challenges, and it is estimated over 20% of horses aged 15+ may have PPID, but with treatment able to make a real difference in many cases there is no need for a diagnosis to mean any slowing down!

20/06/2025

Our phone lines are now working with intermittent issues. If you cannot get through and you have an emergency please call the office mobile number. 07825777923

Address

Whiddon Down, Moorlands
Okehampton
EX202QL

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+441647231246

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