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SUMMERVELD EQUINE HOSPITAL
14 OLD MAIN ROAD GILLITTS 3610 TEL: 031 7691256 FAX: 031 769 1229 EMAIL: equinevet@savets.co.za WEBSITE: www.savets.co.za |
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STAFF NEWS
DR HENRIQUE GALVAO BVSc |
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Henrique joined us in September 2011 and enjoyed the 3 months he spent with us. He will now be joining us on a full time basis from January 2011. Henrique has worked all over the world during his 10 years since graduating. He has completed various post graduate courses and his expertise is surgery, eye problems, dental, ultra sound and lameness workups. We are really happy to have such an experienced vet join our team. |
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The horse is currently recovering well in the hospital, Is bearing full weight on the limb and is free from pain. |
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CELESTE PRETORIUS
Celeste has built up our rehabilitation centre, specialising in the care of injuries in horses. She also has taken in babies for backing and pre-training. Many of her “babies” have gone into full training and are starting to win races. TOP OF THE CHOCS won on 9thJanuary 2011and DUN CARRER won on 23rd January 2011. Both are trained by H J Brown and Frank Robinson. Well done Celeste on preparing these upcoming champions! |
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CONGRESSES
Dr Ralph Katzwinkel was fortunate to be able to attend three international Veterinary Congresses recently. The BRITISH EQUINE VETERINARY Congress was held in Birmingham UK and he was sponsored by INTERVET to attend this very informative congress featuring the latest techniques and research in the equine field. The EUROPEAN EQUINE Vet Congress was held in Vienna, Austria which was specially sponsored by PFIZER for their equine veterinary clients. This was held just before Christmas and Europe was white with snow and Christmas markets and lights so this was a very special time to be overseas. A highlight of his trip was to attend the LIPIZANER SHOW at the Spanish Riding School at the Royal Palace. Finally, the International Congress of World Equine Sports Medicine was held at Spier Estate in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. This congress is held every 4 years and covers the latest research into Equine Sports Medicine. It was attended by all the top researchers in their fields.
IN THIS PICTURE: DR RALPH KATZWINKEL, DR ROB CROSSLEY, DR CAROLYN CHELCHINSKEY (INTERVET) DR MIKE ROSS AND DR TERRY CASEY. |
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If you are
interested in reading about the proceedings of the congresses,
Alternatively, if there is any topic you would like to know more about, please feel free to contact the Practice and I will send you copies of the relevant article.
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CANINE CARNIVAL
A very successful fun day was held at our Gillitts Veterinary Hospital in December 2010 put together by our vet nurse Chantal. The main sponsor was ROYAL CANIN but many other food companies and drug companies were present on the day. We had various dog show events like BEST DRESSED and MOST DOG / OWNER LOOK ALIKE.
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Celeste’s Fibi won the “waggiest tail” (one of her three pooches).
We had pony rides for the kids which was a great hit and hopefully there are some budding horsemen/women in the making!
All proceeds for the day went to Charity—viz. MADAMENI DOG FEEDING SCHEME for township dogs in Crestholme.
Watch our for this event at the end of 2011 as we will definitely be holding it again as much fun was had by all! |
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ROUTINE DUTIES FOR HORSE OWNERS
Please be aware of high temperatures in your horse. We have had many cases of elevated temperatures and some have been diagnosed as positive biliary or equine encephalosis virus. If your horse goes off its food, has a temperature higher than 38, is listless with pale mucous membranes, do not wait. Call a vet asap.
Your horse/s should have had the African Horse Sickness vaccinations by now as they are done in the latter part of the year. This is an annual vaccination and at the same time we often do the Rabies vaccine. The Equine Flu is a bi-annual vaccination and you can include theTetanus in one of the flu vaccines or give it separately.
Deworming should be done every 84 days for horses on grass paddocks.
Dental corrections are done annually in older horses and bi-annually in horses less than 7 years of age. If you notice your horse is battling to chew or has trouble accepting the bit, have the teeth checked. We have recently acquired NEW UPTO DATE dental equipment including a battery operated hand held float. Dr Tom Ovendale is our Practice specialist vet dentist.
Please call us on 031 7691256 to arrange dental work for your horse/s and if you require further vaccinations or deworming.
REMEMBER A WELL CARED FOR HORSE IS A HAPPY AND HEALTHY HORSE. |
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STAFF CHRISTMAS PARTY HELD AT BHOWENI LODGE FOR SUMMERVELD EQUINE HOSPITAL AND GILLITTS VETERINARY HOSPITAL |
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DR LAUREN BREWIS WAS RECENTLY DEMOTED AFTER BREAKING HER ARM IN AUSTRIA IN A FREAK SNOW BOARDING ACCIDENT. |
SHARK ATTACK SHOWING GREAT FORM AND PROMISE AT JANE TROTTER’S FARM PRIOR TO GOING INTO TRAINING WITH BART RICE. |
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IF YOU HAVE ANY SUGGESTIONS ON HOW WE MAY IMPROVE OUR SERVICE TO YOU PLEASE FEEL FREE TO EMAIL US ON
equinevet@savets.co.za
24 HOUR CONTACT NUMBER: 0317691256 |
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