Living & Working In Your Community

Beef

  • Pregnancy scanning, oestrus not observed cows, post calving checks and hormonal synchronisation programmes.

  • Full examination of breeding bulls including semen collection and analysis. Breeding advice with regard to artificial insemination. 

  • Transfer of embryos from genetically desirable cows to other recipients on your farm. This can help optimise the genetics of your herd at a faster rate. 

  • Using Total Vet, herd data can be interpreted on farm. Full reports can be formulated that highlight cows requiring examination on fertility visits. It also detects changes in trends of diseases such as mastitis and lameness and herd fertility issues.

  • Discussing disease status and monitoring including analaysing herd data. Developing vaccination protocols. 

  • Individual lame cows and whole herd mobility scoring/assessment.

  • Both whole herd testing and pre movement testing can be carried out.

  • General advice on mastitis as a problem in your herd. Using the Dairy Co mastitis control plan to help reduce mastitis. 

  • Blood sampling, worm egg counts and bulk milk samples. CHECS accreditation shemes for diseases such as BVD, Lepto, IBR, Johnes and TB.

  • In the unfortunate event of sudden trauma, on farm slaughter can be arranged. This should be discussed with both a vet and an abbatoir who are willing to accept the animal. An ante mortem inspection and certificate will be required.

  • Helping with numerours on farm skills such as drying off procedure, pump administration of oral fluids, injections and milk sampling.

Sheep

  • Analysing flock data to establish flock disease prevalence. Generating worming and vaccination protocols.

  • Full examination of ram including semen collection and analysis. General breeding advice. 

  • Body condition scoring, nutritional advice and trace element testing.

  • Energy profiles and body condition scoring with advice on nutrition to help in the later stages  of pregnancy.

  • Investigations of abortions of empty ewes can help detect diseases such as Enzootic abortion or Toxoplasma. Vaccination plans can then be recommended.

  • Worm egg counts and blood sampling including trace elements, energy profiles and schemes such as MV.

  • We are pleased to offer a number of advanced small ruminant procedures for sheep and goats. Click HERE for more details.

Dairy

  • Pregnancy scanning, oestrus not observed cows, post calving checks and hormonal synchronisation programmes.

  • Full examination of breeding bulls including semen collection and analysis. Breeding advice with regard to artificial insemination.

  • Transfer of embryos from genetically desirable cows to other recipients on your farm. This can help optimise the genetics of your herd at a faster rate.

  • Using Total Vet, herd data can be interpreted on farm. Full reports can be formulated that highlight cows requiring examination on fertility visits. It also detects changes in trends of diseases such as mastitis and lameness and herd fertility issues.

  • Discussing disease status and monitoring including analaysing herd data. Developing vaccination protocols.

  • Individual lame cows and whole herd mobility scoring/assessment.

  • Both whole herd testing and pre movement testing can be carried out.

  • General advice on mastitis as a problem in your herd. Using the Dairy Co mastitis control plan to help reduce mastitis.

  • Blood sampling, worm egg counts and bulk milk samples. CHECS accreditation shemes for diseases such as BVD, Lepto, IBR, Johnes and TB.

  • In the unfortunate event of sudden trauma, on farm slaughter can be arranged. This should be discussed with both a vet and an abbatoir who are willing to accept the animal. An ante mortem inspection and certificate will be required. 

  • Helping with numerous on farm skills such as drying off procedure, pump administration of oral fluids, injections and milk sampling.

Smallholders

  • Establishing an overall plan to help with the care of your holding over the year. This includes vaccinations and management routines. 

  • Organised with other small holders to discuss topics of interest. If you have any topics you would like covered please contact the office. 

  • Ram fertility and pregnancy diagnosis.

  • For those requiring better identification microchips can be inserted into certain species. 

  • No matter the species, our team are happy to discuss the best age and techniques for castrating males. 

  • Whether it be a govenrment requirement or a voluntary check we can provide full testing services for TB. 

On Farm Training

We provide hands-on training to help farmers master essential skills, including drying-off procedures, pump administration of oral fluids, injections, milk sampling, and general health checks.

Our goal is to support you in delivering the best care for your livestock with confidence and efficiency.