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Penbode Equine Vets

We are a modern and progressive equine veterinary practice working throughout Devon and Cornwall.

If you would like any advice or need to discuss your horse with a vet, then please call us directly on 01409 255549.

30/07/2025

Thank you all for coming to see us at Woolsery & District Agricultural Show on Monday! Charly loved catching up with so many of you.

A big well done to many of our clients who entered and won prizes in their classes, a special mention to one of our ATTs, Meg, and her horse Sally, who we were proud to hear went Reserve Supreme of Show!

Charly and Aimee look forward to seeing you at Camelford Show on Wednesday 13th August.

28/07/2025

The urn is on, the scones are baked (Thank you Ganache) and we are set up and ready to see you all today at Woolsery & District Agricultural Show.

We will be serving Pimm's, cider, tea and coffee and our famous Penbode cream teas will be available from 11am.

Come and see our display of vintage veterinary equipment, how much of the equipment will you recognise?

Take a look down our microscope to test your diagnostic skills! We'll have various different slides to take a look at.

We will be offering free dog dental checks, 11am - 12pm and 2pm - 3pm.

25/07/2025

You might be surprised to learn that some insurance companies may decline a claim if your horse’s routine healthcare — like vaccinations and dental checks - aren’t up to date.

Even if the claim is unrelated, lapsed routine care can affect your policy. It’s one of those small details that could make a big difference when you need it most.

Staying on top of routine work helps:
- Keep your horse in optimal health
- Ensure you're covered if the unexpected happens
- Avoid costly surprises later

If you're not sure what's due or when your horse last had a check, our team is always here to advise. Give us a call and we’ll help keep everything on track.

23/07/2025

We are looking forward to seeing you all at Woolsery Show this coming Monday!

We will be serving Pimm's, cider, tea and coffee and our famous Penbode cream teas will be available from 11am.

Come and see our display of vintage veterinary equipment, how much of the equipment will you recognise?

We will be offering free dog dental checks, 11am - 12pm and 2pm - 3pm.

Take a look down our microscope to test your diagnostic skills! We'll have various different slides to take a look at.

22/07/2025

The time has come to look for our next Cover Star for our Autumn Newsletter 2025! 📸🍂🍁

We would love to see your "Through the Ears" shots heading into Autumn. 📸 As always, we would like to feature any pictures not chosen for the front page, so the assumption will be taken that you are happy for your image to be shared by commenting on this post.

Entries will be taken until Sunday 17th August 📅✉️

19/07/2025

Daily checks don’t have to be time-consuming, but they do need to be consistent.

Here's what to include:
Eyes – Look for discharge, cloudiness, or swelling
Limbs – Gently feel for heat, swelling, or asymmetry
Digital pulses – Strong pulses can be an early sign of inflammation
Gums – Pale, red, or tacky gums could indicate bigger issues

These small checks can spot the start of something serious — before it becomes an emergency.

Not sure what’s normal? Call us or message the team today to talk through your horse’s routine checks.

18/07/2025

🐴The Penbode Equine Vets Summer 2025 Newsletter🐴

Click the link to view our Summer 2025 issue of the Penbode Equine Vets Newsletter
https://www.penbodevets.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2025/07/Penbode-Equine-Vets-Summer-Equine-Newsletter-2025.pdf

14/07/2025

Did you know EMS is a growing concern for horses, particularly those that are ‘good doers’ and with a history of laminitis?

EMS is a complex condition that affects a horse's ability to properly regulate insulin and can lead to serious issues like laminitis, obesity and metabolic disturbances.

The key signs to watch for include:

✔️ Increased fat deposits, especially around the neck and rump (think “cresty neck”)
✔️ Difficulty losing weight, even with limited feed
✔️ Frequent laminitis or hoof sensitivity
✔️ Lethargy and lack of performance

If you suspect your horse may be showing signs of EMS, it’s essential to consult with your vet for proper diagnosis and treatment. Early intervention can make all the difference in preventing long-term health issues.

10/07/2025

💬 A message from David:

"After over 20 years of equine veterinary work at Penbode, I feel that it is time for me to move on. This has not been an easy decision to make, as I have been around the practice all my life and have many happy memories and strong family connections to Penbode. My wife Sally is still a vet in the small animal department, and we still live in Bude. Emma, our daughter, is keeping busy with her pony club activities, dressage, and eventing, so I'm sure we will be catching up with many of you on the local circuit. I wish to thank you all for entrusting me with the care of your precious horses, ponies, and donkeys over the last 2 decades and for the kindness you have shown me. It has been an honour."

The team at Penbode Equine Vets would like to thank him for all his hard work, support, and dedication to the practice over the last 20 years, and wish him all the best for the future. 🍀

04/07/2025

WHAT CAN BE DONE WITH A LASER?

Jemima came in to the clinic just over a month ago to see Hermione, following a wound to her lip, sustained whilst eventing.

The flap of protruding skin on her lip was resected by laser, under standing sedation. We are so pleased to hear that Jemima is doing well and that she has returned to competing again, having stepped back up to Novice, and are aiming for a 2* in the Autumn.

The team would like to wish Florence and Jemima the best of luck for the rest of their season! ❤

28/06/2025

Well done to the members of Team Penbode who competed in last week's Bude Triathlon!

Thank you to Audevard for kindly sponsoring T-shirts for the two teams.

They competed in aid of Devon and Cornwall Air Ambulance. It's not too late to sponsor them. Please see the link below:

https://www.justgiving.com/team/teampenbode

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