Galley Hill Equine Surgery

28/05/2026

Our Equine Vet Susie attended a unusual call yesterday — helping rescue a beloved riding school pony who somehow became wedged between two trees 🌳🐴

Thankfully, with calm handling, teamwork, and plenty of patience, this gentle pony is now safe, comfortable, and back home recovering well. ❤️

We would like to thank Sewardstone Park Cemetery, Galley Hill Vets and the Fire Brigade for rescuing our little old pony Poppy. Thanks to these people she survived a very distressing morning and lived to tell the tail.
*sorry I forgot to mention Karen Marshall x

27/05/2026

🤩 June Gastroscopy Offer! 🤩

For the whole month of June, we have a gastroscopy offer for just £200, including sedation. Gastric ulcers are a common issue in horses and can affect performance, behaviour, appetite, appearance and overall wellbeing. Gastric ulcers are common in horses and can affect comfort, behaviour, and performance. Clinical signs can be subtle, so it’s important to look out for:

- Poor or fussy appetite
- Weight loss or difficulty maintaining condition
- Dull or poor-quality coat
- Girthiness or discomfort when being tacked up
- Reluctance to work or reduced performance
- Changes in behaviour (irritable, spooky, or “not themselves”)
- Resistance when being ridden or saddled
- Teeth grinding (bruxism)
- Mild or recurring colic signs

Because signs can vary widely, ulcers are frequently underdiagnosed without gastroscopic examination. Early recognition and investigation are key to effective treatment and improved long-term wellbeing.

We can perform the gastroscopes at our clinic or on your yard so please call us to book in! 🐴

07/05/2026

🐴 Join Us for Our Equine Client Evening! 🐴

Concerned your horse just isn’t performing quite right? Come along to an informative and friendly evening with our equine veterinary team as we explore the many causes of poor performance in horses — from subtle orthopaedic issues to underlying medical conditions and complementary therapy support.

📍 Dallance Farm, Waltham Abbey, EN9 2AD
📅 Thursday 21st May 2026
🕡 Arrival from 6:30pm | Talks begin at 7pm | Finish 9pm

The evening will include:
✔️ Expert talks from our veterinary surgeons
✔️ Complimentary refreshments throughout the evening
✔️ Goody bags
✔️ Exclusive offers available on the night
✔️ Closing Q&A with our team

Whether you’re managing a competition horse or simply want to understand your horse better, this evening is designed to help owners recognise the early signs of poor performance and know when to seek advice.

📲 RSVP via WhatsApp or text: 07989 421850
📞 Or call: 01992 765182

We look forward to seeing you there!

17/04/2026

🐴 CLIENT EVENING 🐴

THURSDAY 21st MAY 2026

Join us at our Galley Hill Equine premise for an engaging client evening where we’ll explore some of the causes of poor performance in horses—from lameness to gastric ulcers. Whether your horse isn’t quite performing as expected or you simply want to stay one step ahead, this is a fantastic opportunity to learn, ask questions, and gain practical tips from our experienced equine veterinary team. Please keep an eye on our page for more information!

So please save the date—you won’t want to miss it! 🐴

12/03/2026

🐣 Spring Castration Offer! 🐣

It’s back! Our very popular castration month is back for the whole month of April.

Please call us on 01992 762 185 to book in ☎️

16/02/2026

**WARNING - GRAPHIC PHOTOS**

A few months ago, this sweet yearling filly was discovered with a severe eye lesion, and her prognosis was poor. Despite the odds, her owners were determined to try to save the eye. Our wonderful head vet, Tahiyya, placed a subpalpebral lavage (SPL) system and started her on an intensive treatment plan. An SPL is a long, thin, flexible tube surgically inserted into the upper or lower eyelid, allowing medication to be delivered directly to the cornea.

Eye problems in horses should always be treated as an emergency. Conditions affecting the eye can deteriorate very quickly and, if left untreated, may result in permanent damage or even loss of vision. If your horse is showing signs such as squinting, excessive tearing, swelling, cloudiness, or sensitivity to light, please contact your vet immediately. Prompt assessment and treatment can make all the difference.

Thanks to the owners’ unwavering dedication and consistent follow-up care, the filly’s eye was successfully saved—and she can see again 💛

23/01/2026

🐴 Important Update: PPID (Cushing’s) Testing 🐴

From 1st February 2026, there are a few changes to how and when free* PPID (Cushing’s disease) testing is available, as part of our ongoing commitment to early detection and effective management.

What’s changing?

✨ Focused Cushing’s Awareness Months
Free* diagnostic PPID testing will now be available during two key periods:

Spring (March & April) – when laminitis risk is highest

Autumn (September & October) – when ACTH testing is most diagnostically accurate

🧪 NEW: Free Dose-Checker Test*
We’re also introducing a free dose-checker test*, available 4–6 weeks after treatment initiation, to help ensure your horse is on the correct dose early on.

Early diagnosis and accurate treatment make a real difference. If you have concerns about your horse or would like to book testing, please contact us.

*The diagnostic test is free however other charges will apply.

30/12/2025

🥶 Freezing weather incoming = worming time! 🥶

With temperatures set to drop below freezing this weekend, it’s the ideal time to de-worm using an appropriate winter wormer. So if you haven’t done so already, this weekend would be a great opportunity to get it done.

De-worming can be a bit of a minefield and, if done incorrectly, can potentially lead to serious illness. If you’re unsure which wormer to use or when, please don’t hesitate to contact us — we’re happy to help 🪱

⏰ Opening hours reminder:
We will be closed from 12pm on Wednesday 31st January, but open as normal 8am–5pm on Friday 2nd January. Please bear this in mind if you’re planning to collect a wormer from us ❄️

18/12/2025

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 🎄🎅🏼

23/09/2025

🍂 October Castration Special! 🐴✂️
Throughout the entire month of October, we’re introducing our very popular castration offer again!

📅 Offer valid: October 1st – 31st
📞 Call us on 01992 762 185 to book your appointment!