#FridayFocus - Aggression Horses are not usually aggressive; on the whole herds stay together because they form a hierarchy within the group, allowing them to get on well with each other. Download our fact sheet bit.ly/2Kdtppr

Ticks are mainly active in late spring, summer and autumn. Tiny ticks climb to the top of a blade of grass and hang around just waiting for your cat or dog to brush past. You can remove them using a tick tool or book in with a nurse. If you are worried, call 01363 772860

🐴 Well-being Wednesday 🐴 St Boniface Equine Probiotic is a high quality nutritional supplement to help support digestive health. Now in stock, at out Crediton surgery, please call in to collect some, or contact one of our equine team for more information - 01363 772860

Be Tick Aware This map highlights the risk of ticks in our area, as you can see, Crediton's threat level is classified as High Risk. For best advice on tick treatment and/or how to remove a tick correctly from your pet please speak to us on 01363 772860.

#FridayFocus - Headshaking Syndrome Headshaking sounds such an innocuous term but it can make the affected horse’s life a misery & render them un-rideable. It is an involuntary action thought to be caused by pain in a nerve supplying the face. Read more bit.ly/2N9oFQo

During July, we have a special offer on annual worming treatment. You can receive up to 25% off when you buy a 12 month supply. Call the practice to order - 01363 772860. For more details on parasite control, please click the link - bit.ly/2zaHm3l

🐴 Well-being Wednesday 🐴 St Boniface Equine Haemo Tonic is a liquid supplement that provides a range of B vitamins, iron and cobalt. Click the link to read about why Haemo Tonic is useful - bit.ly/2MQtY6z #WellbeingWednesday

Clare has travelled west today to perform a Pre Purchase Examination (commonly known as a “vetting”) for one of our clients. What a lovely view! If you are considering buying a new horse, we would always advise a Pre Purchase Examination - Please call 01363 772860 #HappyFriday

🐶 Vet, Ben and SVN, Dee look forward to judging the Family Dog Show on Saturday 🐶 Please remember to take lots of photos with your winning rosettes 😍 #familydogshow

Many Congratulations to Bicton Arena for winning – 'Britain’s Best Show Centre' in Horse and Hound this week 🎉 bit.ly/2KPlkYw

Worms – an Invisible Problem! Nobody likes to think of their beloved pet harbouring worms, but it is an unfortunate possibility when owning pets. We would like to offer you up to 25% discount off effective treatments for a whole year's protection. NB Terms & conditions apply

🐴Well-being Wednesday🐴 While we are all enjoying the hot sunny weather, it has completely stopped grass production & the fields are looking very brown i.e. of low nutritional value. Try our St Boniface Equine Multi Vitamin Balancer supplement. #WellBeingWednesday

Did you see our article in the Crediton Courier? In the lead up to show season, we thought we would introduce some of the team. Click the link to read our article in full - bit.ly/2NaxzMY #MidDevonShow

#FridayFocus - Urticaria (Hives or Nettle Rash) Urticaria is one of the most commonly encountered skin diseases in horses. It is an allergic reaction manifested in the appearance of soft raised skin nodules or plaques. Read our fact sheet now - bit.ly/2zAWVBH

🐴 Well-being Wednesday 🐴 St Boniface Equine Gastric Aid is recommended for those prone to stress, and as a supportive treatment in the management of Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome. Have a question? Please speak to one of our equine team 01363 772860 #wellbeingwednesday

Ever wondered how often you should be worming your pet? Take the Wormwise risk checker to see. It takes just 3 minutes to assess your pet's risk and you receive a personalised report to show your vet. wormwise.co.uk/worming-your-p…

Recommend a Friend to receive £10 off your next Consultation Friday, Pop in to the surgery and collect your Recommend and Friend Voucher today! Click here for further details - bit.ly/2Foh6Fx **Terms and conditions apply**

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#FridayFocus - Nail Bind Nail Bind is a term used to describe the condition where a nail has been driven too close to the sensitive laminae in the horse’s foot. Download our fact sheet to find out more about clinical signs, treatment and prevention - bit.ly/2JE9qMy

Worms...unwelcome companions to any pet Controlling worms is a challenge, often not visible they may remain unnoticed for many weeks; causing harm to your pet and putting the health of your family at risk. Talk to us about a special promotion NB Terms and conditions apply