Kingsfield Equine Veterinary Services Ltd

Watch from 29 minutes onwards- a short piece about David’s involvement in the racing industry.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/live/horse-ra cing/48662443

Ready for the off in the Magners Ulster Derby at Down Royal

Well done to my brother Patrick. Very proud to be involved.

Very cool. Little Tiger Roll at Downpatrick race course on Friday evening.

A real disgrace!! Let’s try to help get these back. Any information should be passed back to Downpatrick Racecourse.

Livery in Crossgar.

I recognise that writing!!! 😂😂😂

EQUINE INFLUENZA UPDATE:
No cases of influenza have been isolated in northern Ireland at this time. Since the start of 2019 equine influenza has been diagnosed on a number of premises throughout the Republic of Ireland. Breeding stock, racehorses, competition and leisure horses have been affected.
Actions for an owner to take:
... If your horse is currently vaccinated, veterinary experts in both the UK and ROI, have recommend a booster if it has been longer than 6 months since your horse’s last vaccination, to boost immunity at this time of potentially higher risk. If your horse is not vaccinated for influenza, we recommend a primary course is started.
It is crucial for all horse and pony owners to be vigilant and follow recommended guidelines on how to detect and prevent the spread of this infectious disease. Look out for signs of disease which can include high temperature, cough, snotty nose, enlarged glands (under the lower jaw), swollen or sore eyes, depression, loss of appetite and swelling in the lower legs.
If you see any of these signs, isolate the horse and call your vet immediately. It is essential that any horses showing signs of possible equine flu, or horses that might have been in contact with possibly infected horses, do not travel to competitions or other events where there will be groups of horses. If your horse has been in contact with an infected horse we suggest that you should take immediate veterinary advice.
We advise that horses are vaccinated with a booster for equine flu with a vaccine that contains the Florida Clade 1. There are two such vaccines currently licensed in the UK, ProteqFlu and Equilis Prequenza.
Kingsfield Equine Veterinary Services has always vaccinated your horses using Equilis Prequenza, so the best possible appropriate immunity against this current outbreak should be present in your horses.
If you have any further queries, please don't hesitate to contact David on 07851262275
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And so it begins!!!! 😃😃😃

Point to point at Tyrella!! Tomorrow afternoon. First race at 12:30. All welcome. Small entry fee at the gate.

Merry Christmas everyone! Many thanks for your support throughout 2018. Good luck for all your 2019 Equine endeavours!

The news is full of warnings about friesian rain!!! Be careful out there today!!

DECEMBER OFFER:
Just a little reminder that I do a lot of routine equine dentistry.
For the month of December I will be priced at £45 for routine examination and rasp, and only £55 for a sedated examination and rasp. No visit fee for more than two horses, with VAT included and no hidden costs. New clients welcome.
... Its so important this time of the year to make sure your horses teeth are in good working order. The efficiency of digestion begins with good grinding of the forage. Without efficient dentition, your horse will extract less nutrients from its feed, and will require more feed in the winter months to hold the condition you desire.
The video below shows a young eventer, with no sedation, not minding his teeth being done at all.
Please feel free to like and share.
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Pony found in Downpatrick Area