Franklin Vets Equine

16/10/2025

🐴Meet Izzy 🐴

Izzy graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2023 and has since been working at a busy first-opinion practice in the UK. She enjoys all aspects of general practice with a particular interest in wound management and internal medicine.

In her spare time, she can be found hiking, swimming and attempting to surf. As a newcomer to New Zealand, Izzy is eager to explore the beautiful countryside and meet new people. Izzy will be with us throughout the Spring and Summer months before doing some travelling and returning home. 💚💙

09/10/2025

🐴 Meet Dan 🐴

After graduating from the University of Glasgow in 2019, Dan spent his first three years working in a busy equine practice in the beautiful Scottish Highlands. For the last three years, Dan and his wife Heather have been working as locum vets throughout the UK and in Australia, enjoying some travelling along the way.

Dan has a keen interest in stud medicine, lameness, and dentistry, and is looking forward to spending the Spring and Summer season here with Franklin Vets. Heather is also working in the Farm department, and they hope to get some hikes and camping adventures in during their spare time. 💚💙

03/10/2025

We had a fantastic turnout at our recent equine evening, with the theme "Working Together for the Good of the Horse". Guest speakers included Eleanor Whitehead from Equifit & Julia Whitehead from Fusion Physio, who spoke respectively about saddle fitting and physio rehab for both horse and rider. Leading on from them, we entered into the world of equine nutrition with presenter Dale Logan from DL Equine, and our own Dr Alana Mockett rounded off the evening, talking through equine ulcers and the benefits of Gastroscopy. 🐴💚

We had lots of great spot and door prizes kindly sponsored by Poseidan Animal Health, Vetpro, Zoetis and Randlab. 💚💙🐴

22/09/2025

These stylish minis are rocking their jackets – keeping cosy and looking fabulous!💚💙

12/09/2025

🚨After being out of stock for a few years, ULTRA•MOX is back in stock! 🚨

If you haven't given your horse a Moxidectin drench this winter, ULTRA•MOX is ideal as your spring drench after a faecal egg count. 💚🐴

02/09/2025

It's not too late to RSVP. Join us for an evening of practical horse care advice, helpful tips from the experts, and a chance to catch up with fellow horse lovers. 🐴🐴

Join us on the 9th of September for an evening of practical horse care advice, helpful tips from the experts, and a chance to catch up with fellow horse lovers.🐴💙💚

Click the link below to find out more⬇️⬇️
https://bit.ly/WorkingTogetherfortheGoodoftheHorseinvite

29/08/2025

Could your horse have gastric ulcers?

The only way to know for sure is with a gastroscopy — a simple procedure that lets us look inside your horse’s stomach.

Gastric ulcers are more common than many people realize, and the signs can be subtle, such as:

🐴Changes in appetite or leaving feed behind
🐴 Weight loss or a dull coat
🐴 Girthiness or sensitivity when tacking up
🐴 Irritability, poor performance, or a change in attitude
🐴 Mild colic episodes

Because these signs can overlap with other issues, a gastroscopy is the most accurate way to get answers and start the right treatment plan. Early diagnosis means a happier and healthier horse, that will be able to perform at its best.

📞 Call us today to book your horse’s gastroscopy.

21/08/2025

Join us on the 9th of September for an evening of practical horse care advice, helpful tips from the experts, and a chance to catch up with fellow horse lovers.🐴💙💚

Click the link below to find out more⬇️⬇️
https://bit.ly/WorkingTogetherfortheGoodoftheHorseinvite

19/08/2025

Last week, Dr. Alana gave a talk to members of the fire and emergency teams on the role of vets in equine and large animal rescues, focusing on safe handling, animal behavior, and teamwork in emergency situations. 🐴💙

14/08/2025

✨ Bonus Size Alert! ✨

Right now, when you purchase a 250ml 4CYTE Epiitalis Forte, you’ll receive 300ml for the same price – that’s an extra 50ml FREE!

4CYTE Epiitalis Forte is a revolutionary joint supplement for dogs and horses, designed to support joint health, improve mobility, and help with recovery from injury or age-related wear and tear. It’s highly palatable and easy to administer – perfect for keeping your pet moving comfortably. 🐴

*Offer valid while stocks last – don’t miss out!

08/08/2025

🐴✨Nala's visit to our Buckland facility! 🐴✨

Our team completed her branding, microchipping, and registration identification form — all important steps to ensure she's properly identified and protected.

Luckily, she had her pal Jessie by her side for moral support.💚

25/07/2025

🐴 Is your horse suddenly lame?

It could be a hoof abscess — a painful but common cause of lameness, especially during these wet winter months. Signs include a sudden reluctance to bear weight, heat in the hoof, and a strong pulse in the affected lower limb.

Most abscesses improve quickly once the pressure is relieved — while some abscess drain by themselves, others will need to be "opened" by your veterinarian to allow for drainage.

👉 Learn more about causes, signs, treatment, and when to call the vet:
🔗 https://www.franklinvets.co.nz/blog/equine/equine-hoof-abscess