When Paula’s horse, Charlie, developed what appeared to be a routine splint on the inside of his lower leg, it seemed like a common issue. But when the pain and lameness continued for several weeks, it was clear there was more to the story.

Kai, a Dartmoor Hill pony, recently had the slightly unusual experience of being treated by his namesake, our vet Kai!
Pony Kai was examined following the sudden onset of severe left forelimb lameness after spending some time turned out in the field.

2026 has been another busy and successful year for our Reproduction Team — Rob, Jade and Betty. Throughout the season, we have performed a variety of frozen and chilled AI procedures, assisted with natural cover cycles, and carried out infertility investigations.

Atypical Myopathy (AM) is caused by horses eating sycamore seeds, leaves or seedlings that contain a toxin called hypoglycin A. This toxin results in severe muscle damage which can be life-threatening.

A lot of horse owners will be familiar with the term cellulitis, but what does it mean?
Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the skin and the subcutaneous tissues that is associated with a hot and painful swelling of the affected area.

Oakhill Equine Vets have partnered with SageTech Veterinary, a UK-based company, to install innovative technology that captures and recycles this anaesthetic gas before it escapes into the atmosphere, helping us to lower our environmental impact.