Dooneen Equine Veterinary Clinic

17/05/2026

Equine nutrition is a definite minefield with a lot of contradictory advice. I was asked today about keeping condition on competition ponies - and there’s one easy answer for that one!

Top line is muscle and all your training is what really creates top line but they also need their daily fix of protein to be able to build that top line and well muscled bum ( that’s the engine!) - absolute definite go to for a balanced protein punch is the Connolly's RED MILLS Grocare. Just add to your existing feed !

As always we are happy to chat all things nutrition with our clients whether you are feeding broodmares, young stock, racehorses, eventers, pony clubbers or beloved old dears!

07/05/2026

06/05/2026

What practical steps can protect a horse from Strangles? In today’s Q&A video, Dr Abbi McGlennon explains that while situations vary, there are four key principles that any owner can consider when looking at the BEST ways to steer clear of infectious disease.

Strangles Awareness Week 2026 is brought to you by:
Redwings Horse Sanctuary
World Horse Welfare
Mare and Foal Sanctuary
British Horse Society
The Horse Trust
Dechra UK
Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance
The University of Edinburgh
Surveillance of Equine Strangles
Intervacc

06/05/2026

Plenty posts on here previously about how we really don’t recommend the dreaded “blue spray” on wounds.

Here’s a kinder, safer alternative to help with hard to bandage wounds and those ones that are ready for no bandage but still aren’t completely sealed.

On the website now https://dooneenequine.ie/webshop/

Cuvestrequin is ideal for high-movement areas like elbows, hocks, and other spots where bandages just won’t stay put. Its non-drip, waterproof gel forms a flexible barrier that protects the area while allowing your horse to move freely.
No slipping. No rubbing. No constant re-bandaging.
✨ Smarter protection for real-life situations.
👉 Available through your local vet.

05/05/2026

💛🐴 Strangles Awareness Week !

➡️Throughout this week, we will be sharing practical advice and inspiration to help spread the word, not the disease.

🔹Strangles can affect anyone, but being proactive can make a real difference in protecting horses, owners, and yards from the impact of an outbreak.

🔹Whether you are a horse owner, yard manager, or equestrian professional, this week is about coming together to tackle a disease that does not discriminate.

💪 Simple steps really do matter, and there are four key ways every owner can consider when looking at the BEST ways to steer clear of infectious disease.

01/05/2026

Please see details regarding this Flu Alert

01/05/2026

I spotted this fabulous online tool for calculating body condition score in horses today. Confession - I was looking for something completely different!

We see lots of horse and ponies going into the summer of competitions and fun that are not in good body condition. Many older ponies can drop weight and end up looking very poor inspire of the food intake. There are lots of reasons why this might happen, Cushings, low protein intake, dental problems, pain ... and many issues that we can address with a little bit of incvestigation and management.

We also see horses that are carrying too much weight a nd we can help with that too.

Working in veterinary and equine nutrition over the years I realise that it is often challenging to fully understand body condition scores and to be able to have a truly objective appraisal of your own horse. Have a look at this body condition score explainer and the calculator is super cool.

There are so many fabulous older ponies and horses in particular that are bringing such great joy to their jockeys of all ages - let's keep them in the best shape possible!

If you have any questions about your horses condition and would like some help with keeping them in tip top shape- drop us a line and we would be happy to help.

https://thehorseportal.ca/healthcare-tools/body-condition-scoring-tool/interactive-body-condition-score/

10/04/2026

Join us for an insightful and practical webinar designed specifically for Irish event horse owners, breeders, and competitors, exploring the role of testing

02/04/2026

Subsequent to a horse with a history of neurological disease testing positive for equine herpesvirus 1 (EHV1) at the Irish Equine Centre (IEC) the affected premises has implemented voluntary movement restrictions.