Ensuring horse health on the Isle of Wight

Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

Eye examinations are part of our routine health check and can identify underlying disease such as cataracts and recurrent uveitis as well as treating more obvious, acute conditions such as ulcers. Using an ophthalmoscope and ultrasound allows us to fully evaluate all structures within the eye. We can also perform enucleation when removal of an eye is indicated.

horse health

Pre-purchase examinations or vettings

The pre-purchase examination (PPE) is carried out to identify and assess the veterinary characteristics of a horse that could prejudice its suitability for its intended use. This is an essential examination that you should perform before buying a horse. Talk to us for more details.

Acupuncture

This has been a widely used technique in humans for thousands of years and is now utilised in veterinary medicine. Very fine needles are inserted into points of the body to prevent and treat disease. We use western veterinary acupuncture which has a basis in traditional Chinese acupuncture but applies a scientific basis focussing on the horse’s pain and trigger points. Acupuncture is commonly used for musculoskeletal pain but can also be used as an adjunctive treatment in allergies, GI disorders, recurrent uveitis, sweet itch, poor immunity and respiratory disorders. Contact us for more information. 

Reproduction and fertility

 Reproductive services include: 

  • Blood tests for CEM and EVA
  • Pregnancy diagnosis
  • Managing and treating retained placenta
  • Health checks for new born foals
For pre-breeding scans, artificial insemmination and management of twin pregnancies we can arrange a referral appointment here on the island or direct you to a suitable practice or stud on the mainland. 
Call Vectis Equine Vets on 01983 533 799
Call Vectis Equine Vets on
01983 533 799