We offer a full Out of Hours emergency service – our phones are open 24/7 so call us anytime on 01420 551 365 

our practice

We provide top-quality equine care with a range of services.

Looking after your horse is our mission. To do so, we will use a variety of services to maintain the best levels of health and to diagnose and treat it when needed.

Emergency Care

We offer a full Out of Hours emergency service and will always prioritise your horse when and where they need us. Our phones are open 24/7 so call us anytime on 01420 551 365.

Always remember that conditions like colic are always better when caught early. If you have any concerns, call your Stride vet to discuss.

Unlike many other practices, we do not outsource our out-of-hours service to another company, wherever possible.  As far as possible, your usual vet will attend the emergency, which can mean that vital knowledge of your horse and any previous issues or concerns will be known when we attend.

Emergency Care

We offer a full Out of Hours emergency service and will always prioritise your horse when and where they need us. Our phones are open 24/7 so call us anytime on 01420 551 365.

Always remember that conditions like colic are always better when caught early. If you have any concerns, call your Stride vet to discuss.

Unlike many other practices, we do not outsource our out-of-hours service to another company, wherever possible.  As far as possible, your usual vet will attend the emergency, which can mean that vital knowledge of your horse and any previous issues or concerns will be known when we attend.

Pre-Purchase Examinations (Vettings)

Buying a horse can be a stressful business and you need to know that it is capable of fulfilling the role for which you need it. We will work with you, providing a thorough and honest assessment of any horse which you are considering purchasing.

The Pre-Purchase Examination, or Vetting, is a structured assessment of a horse conducted in either two or five stages. We follow a standardised procedure to evaluate veterinary factors that may affect the horse’s suitability for its intended use. This procedure follows guidelines from our governing bodies. . The aim is to provide a snapshot of the horse’s condition at the time of examination, helping you make an informed decision.

For more information, please go to our PPE page.

Pre-Purchase Examinations (Vettings)

Buying a horse can be a stressful business and you need to know that it is capable of fulfilling the role for which you need it. We will work with you, providing a thorough and honest assessment of any horse which you are considering purchasing.

The Pre-Purchase Examination, or Vetting, is a structured assessment of a horse conducted in either two or five stages. We follow a standardised procedure to evaluate veterinary factors that may affect the horse’s suitability for its intended use. This procedure follows guidelines from our governing bodies. . The aim is to provide a snapshot of the horse’s condition at the time of examination, helping you make an informed decision.

For more information, please go to our PPE page.

Lameness Investigations

Unfortunately, Lameness is a common issue that most horses experience at some point in their lives. While some causes, like a foot abscess, corn, or bruised sole, may be straightforward, others can stem from more complex conditions.

Lameness can arise from multiple areas of a horse’s body, including the legs, hooves, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.

Using experience, knowledge (and the latest technology), we specialise in fixing lameness issues with your horse.

We take a methodical and thorough approach, so that we can diagnose accurately the cause of lameness and develop an effective treatment plan tailored to your horse’s needs.

For more information, please go to our lameness page.

Lameness Investigations

Unfortunately, Lameness is a common issue that most horses experience at some point in their lives. While some causes, like a foot abscess, corn, or bruised sole, may be straightforward, others can stem from more complex conditions.

Lameness can arise from multiple areas of a horse’s body, including the legs, hooves, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.

Using experience, knowledge (and the latest technology), we specialise in fixing lameness issues with your horse.

We take a methodical and thorough approach, so that we can diagnose accurately the cause of lameness and develop an effective treatment plan tailored to your horse’s needs.

For more information, please go to our lameness page.

Sports Medicine

Sports medicine specialises in the diagnosis, treatment, management and prevention of illness and injury that limits performance.

We have invaluable experience gained in this field, working with some of the best vets, riders, farriers and, of course, horses. We aim to use this experience to the benefit of all our clients, whether they ride at Grand Prix, professional or amateur competition levels, or simply for pleasure.

The work we do can provide the extra 5% you need, and we believe every horse can and should have the benefit of our craft.

Performance problems are often subtle and can be multifactorial. Examples of poor performance cases are those that start to resent or resist work or movements for no apparent reason; those that are losing marks and dropping places; those that start putting in an unexpected stop or rolling a pole or those that are struggling with their energy levels or keeping within time limits.

We use the latest technologies and techniques to diagnose and treat horses whose performance is not meeting expectations but for no obvious reason. We aim to detect problems at an early stage when they can be easier to treat and to keep athletic horses healthy and allow them to compete to the best of their ability for longer.

Sports Medicine

We have invaluable experience gained in this field, working with some of the best vets, riders, farriers and, of course, horses. We aim to use this experience to the benefit of all our clients, whether they ride at Grand Prix, professional or amateur competition levels, or simply for pleasure.

The work we do can provide the extra 5% you need, and we believe every horse can and should have the benefit of our craft.

Performance problems are often subtle and can be multifactorial. Examples of poor performance cases are those that start to resent or resist work or movements for no apparent reason; those that are losing marks and dropping places; those that start putting in an unexpected stop or rolling a pole or those that are struggling with their energy levels or keeping within time limits.

We use the latest technologies and techniques to diagnose and treat horses whose performance is not meeting expectations but for no obvious reason. We aim to detect problems at an early stage when they can be easier to treat and to keep athletic horses healthy and allow them to compete to the best of their ability for longer.

Internal Medicine

Medical conditions in horses cover a broad spectrum, including Cushing’s, skin problems, infections, neurological issues, allergies or coughing. These can all affect your horse’s health and performance.

We use gastroscopies, ultrasound scanning and blood-work, combined with our know-how, to bring your horse back to their best possible condition.

It is difficult to give a cover-all description of everything covered by Internal Medicine. Some issues are relatively common, such as Sarcoids and Cushings, whereas others like Colic are (hopefully) less-often seen.

For more information about our approach to some of these subjects, please go to our information pages on Colic, Cushings, Sarcoids and Strangles. 

Internal Medicine

Medical conditions in horses cover a broad spectrum, including Cushing’s, skin problems, infections, neurological issues, allergies or coughing. These can all affect your horse’s health and performance.

We use gastroscopies, ultrasound scanning and blood-work, combined with our know-how, to bring your horse back to their best possible condition.

It is difficult to give a cover-all description of everything covered by Internal Medicine. Some issues are relatively common, such as Sarcoids and Cushings, whereas others like Colic are (hopefully) less-often seen.

For more information about our approach to some of these subjects, please go to our information pages on Colic, Cushings, Sarcoids and Strangles. 

Diagnostic imaging

Many orthopaedic and medical conditions require advanced imaging techniques to help us to accurately diagnose, treat and monitor. We are able to use a variety of imaging techniques conveniently at your yard.

At Stride Equine Vets, we use the latest modern technology to us give accurate diagnoses of potential issues with your horse. We have new, state of the art, fully wireless mobile X-Ray and Ultrasound equipment, ensuring that we can get high quality diagnostic images wherever you need us, without any need to take your horse to a hospital. We also offer endoscopy and are able to visualise the internal structures of your horse – be it airways, lungs, or gastric ulcers.

For more information, please go to our information pages on X-Rays, Endoscopy and Ultrasound.

Diagnostic imaging

Many orthopaedic and medical conditions require advanced imaging techniques to help us to accurately diagnose, treat and monitor. We are able to use a variety of imaging techniques conveniently at your yard.

At Stride Equine Vets, we use the latest modern technology to us give accurate diagnoses of potential issues with your horse. We have new, state of the art, fully wireless mobile X-Ray and Ultrasound equipment, ensuring that we can get high quality diagnostic images wherever you need us, without any need to take your horse to a hospital. We also offer endoscopy and are able to visualise the internal structures of your horse – be it airways, lungs, or gastric ulcers.

For more information, please go to our information pages on X-Rays, Endoscopy and Ultrasound.

Gastroscopy/Gastric ulcers

Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome is a wide-reaching disease in horses – have you noticed a drop in condition of your horse? Or an apparent soreness in the back or resentfulness during tacking up? These could be common signs of the disease. We specialise in diagnosing and treating horses suffering from this debilitating illness.

The only reliable way to diagnose equine gastric ulcers in your horse is to perform a gastroscopy. A long, flexible tube is passed down into the stomach so that we can use a camera to help us to differentiate the type (squamous vs glandular), their location and the extent of the ulcers so that we can provide the best possible treatment.

For more information, please go to our Gastroscopy and Gastric Ulcers pages.

Gastroscopy/Gastric ulcers

Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome is a wide-reaching disease in horses – have you noticed a drop in condition of your horse? Or an apparent soreness in the back or resentfulness during tacking up? These could be common signs of the disease. We specialise in diagnosing and treating horses suffering from this debilitating illness.

The only reliable way to diagnose equine gastric ulcers in your horse is to perform a gastroscopy. A long, flexible tube is passed down into the stomach so that we can use a camera to help us to differentiate the type (squamous vs glandular), their location and the extent of the ulcers so that we can provide the best possible treatment.

For more information, please go to our Gastroscopy and Gastric Ulcers pages.

Colic

Colic is the most common equine emergency and a leading cause of death in horses. Ranging from mild to life-threatening, it arises from various causes. Given the complexity of the equine digestive system, prompt recognition, diagnosis, and treatment are crucial to avoid serious complications.

We are very experienced in dealing with colic. As a BHS REACT to Colic champion practice, we are committed to not just providing expert care when colic strikes but also to educate horse owners about the things to look out for, to help get an early diagnosis.

For more information, please go to our Colic page.

Colic

Colic is the most common equine emergency and a leading cause of death in horses. Ranging from mild to life-threatening, it arises from various causes. Given the complexity of the equine digestive system, prompt recognition, diagnosis, and treatment are crucial to avoid serious complications.

We are very experienced in dealing with colic. As a BHS REACT to Colic champion practice, we are committed to not just providing expert care when colic strikes but also to educate horse owners about the things to look out for, to help get an early diagnosis.

For more information, please go to our Colic page.

Dentistry

This is an essential aspect of horse health and well-being, ensuring that your horse’s teeth are properly maintained for effective chewing, digestion, and overall comfort. We offer a range of dental care services.

Proactive dental care ensures your horse’s comfort and overall health, as a healthy mouth is vital in helping prevent more serious issues down the line.  Over the past 20 years, equine dentistry has evolved significantly, with new techniques and equipment transforming the field. At Stride we use the latest battery-powered dental equipment for increased precision, efficiency and safety.

For more information, please go to our Dentistry page.

Dentistry

This is an essential aspect of horse health and well-being, ensuring that your horse’s teeth are properly maintained for effective chewing, digestion, and overall comfort. We offer a range of dental care services.

Proactive dental care ensures your horse’s comfort and overall health, as a healthy mouth is vital in helping prevent more serious issues down the line.  Over the past 20 years, equine dentistry has evolved significantly, with new techniques and equipment transforming the field. At Stride we use the latest battery-powered dental equipment for increased precision, efficiency and safety.

For more information, please go to our Dentistry page.

Regenerative therapies

Stem cell therapy, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), and ‘IRAP’ Therapies all utilize the horse’s own healing mechanisms to cure injuries and disease. They are at the cutting edge of modern medical science.

We use specialised equipment in this area of equine medicine. By using blood manufactured healing mechanisms tailored from your own horse’s body, we are able to fix and improve a multitude of injuries and degenerative processes without the risk of positive testing at competitions or potential side effects from traditional medicinal intervention.

Regenerative therapies

Stem cell therapy, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), and ‘IRAP’ Therapies all utilize the horse’s own healing mechanisms to cure injuries and disease. They are at the cutting edge of modern medical science.

We use specialised equipment in this area of equine medicine. By using blood manufactured healing mechanisms tailored from your own horse’s body, we are able to fix and improve a multitude of injuries and degenerative processes without the risk of positive testing at competitions or potential side effects from traditional medicinal intervention.

Routine Care

All horses need ongoing maintenance, and preventative, regular routine healthcare is an important part of our service.  Sometimes these routine services help identify a potential problem developing; early treatment is always better than emergency action later.

Our routine work includes vaccinations, dental care, general health checks and ongoing treatment for chronic medical conditions. We can also provide microchipping, regular blood tests for Cushing’s and other conditions. You may also want advice on worm control, weight management and general care.

For more information, please visit our detailed Information Page.

Routine Care

All horses need ongoing maintenance, and preventative, regular routine healthcare is an important part of our service.  Sometimes these routine services help identify a potential problem developing; early treatment is always better than emergency action later.

Our routine work includes vaccinations, dental care, general health checks and ongoing treatment for chronic medical conditions. We can also provide microchipping, regular blood tests for Cushing’s and other conditions. You may also want advice on worm control, weight management and general care.

For more information, please visit our detailed Information Page.