KO Equestrian Services

10/06/2025

Just a reminder to new clients (and old!) please remember to update your vets if you need me to be able to act for you in your absence!

As summer holidays approach, it’s a great time to think ahead!

Did you know that you can leave the name and contact number of someone who has permission to call us on your behalf in case of an emergency? This ensures faster access to emergency care if you're unavailable.

For more information, give us a call on 01487 773333.

09/02/2025

I can’t thank everyone enough for being supportive and understanding this week! Anyone who will be affected in the short term ongoing has been notified otherwise everything is back to normal as of tomorrow! Xx

23/01/2025

Winter colic prevention
As the temperatures drop, it’s essential to take extra
precautions to keep your horse healthy and colic-free this
winter!
Here are some helpful tips to prevent colic during the colder
months:
• Feed consistently: Stick to a regular feeding schedule with
quality hay to support digestion
• Stay hydrated: Ensure access to fresh, unfrozen water and
consider adding electrolytes to encourage drinking
• Encourage movement: Provide turnout or exercise daily to
promote healthy digestion
If you notice any signs of colic: restlessness, pawing at the
ground, rolling or thrashing, looking at the abdomen, loss of
appetite, abnormal bowel movements, contact your vet
immediately.

17/01/2025

Who else enjoyed that short burst of sun the other day? 🌞🙌🏻 makes you look forward to what is to come…. On that note though….
Holiday bookings are open! Get them in early so as not to be disappointed xx

Viktor and Tobi sharing some love x

01/01/2025

I hope all of my fabulous friends and clients have a happy and prosperous 2025!

Once again thank you for another successful year full of growth and change; I hope you’ll stick with me for the coming seasons! The diary is open and filling fast! January spaces are going quick with lots of exciting opportunities coming up!
On a personal note I’ve also got a very thrilling equine year ahead. As some of you know I took on two yearling colts a few months ago so this year sees me back out competitively showing with my small team of three Shetlands. All are very unique in their own way but equally exciting! Alongside this I will be backing my youngster Viktor who has been with me since 10 months old! I can’t wait to get aboard and take on both of these journeys! Updates will be regular I’m sure!

Stay safe and stay positive! You’re all remarkable and deserve the best xx

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas to all my fabulous clients and friends. We hope you have an amazing day and all get spoilt rotten!

Sending lots of love
Kelly, Beau the spaniel and all the ponies ######x

12/12/2024

Due to the fab super speedy sale of a pony I was working with I now have a few rare slots opening up before Christmas and into 2025! Yardwork, lessons, exercising etc… please contact me for more details x

26/11/2024

I’ve had a few people ask so will post below my updated Christmas/New Year availability! There is some wiggle room or potential to move things about a bit so don’t worry about just asking if you can’t see what you want! I’ll see how I can help.

23rd Monday - 7am, 10am, 4:30pm
24th Tuesday- 10:30am
25th Wednesday - CLOSED
26th Thursday- CLOSED
27th Friday - FULLY BOOKED
28th Saturday- CLOSED
29th Sunday - CLOSED
30th Monday - 7am, 10am, 4:30pm
31st Tuesday- 7am, 10:30am
1st Wednesday - FULLY BOOKED
2nd Thursday- 7:30am, 10:30am, 4:30pm
3rd Friday - 7am, 10am
4th Saturday - CLOSED (full day cover only)
5th Sunday - CLOSED (full day cover only)
6th Monday - 7am, 10am
7th Tuesday - CLOSED

Also taking bookings for holiday cover in 2025 so don’t hesitate to get it booked in early to avoid disappointment! X

19/10/2024

Morning everyone, I’ve had a fabulous week off! I’ll be sitting down in the office tomorrow morning to get the diary and paperwork sorted for the coming couple weeks! Anybody wanting to be booked in please drop me an inbox and I’ll get it sorted then

01/10/2024

New product launch from HorseHage & Mollichaff Pop over to https://www.horsehage.co.uk/horse-feeds/mollichaff-range/mollichaff-chaffs-range/mollichaff-dailyfibre/ for all the info and to grab your own sample!

09/08/2024

Ragwort

There are many posts at the moment informing readers that ragwort is an unjustifiably persecuted plant with a whole set of myths promoted by the equine industry. While this plant is undeniably pretty when it comes into flower (now is the flowering season), if found in our horses pastures it is simply a plant growing in the wrong place.
What you need to know about Ragwort:
• Ragwort is a common w**d that is easy to identify due to its bright yellow flowers
• The plant is highly toxic to horses, and if eaten can lead to liver failure. The damage it does is incurable and can be fatal
• Clinical signs to look out for are: the horse may become lethargic, lose weight, show signs of colic, head pressing and they can even go blind
• It is essential you remove the plant early as the young w**d is less bitter and so more palatable for the horse
The best way to remove the plant is to pull the whole plant and roots up. Make sure you wear gloves as it can also be harmful to humans. You should then place the w**d in a bag (feed bags are ideal) and burn it.

Further information can be found by clicking on the following link

https://www.bhs.org.uk/horse-care-and-welfare/health-care-management/pasture-management/the-dangers-of-ragwort/

16/07/2024

It’s that awful time of the year for the nightmare yellow plants to go crazy! I have Ragwort pulling still available x