Camden Equine Centre in Brownlow Hill, New South Wales, Australia | Veterinary surgeon

Camden Equine Centre

Locality: Brownlow Hill, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 4655 0777

Address: 410 Werombi Road 2570 Brownlow Hill, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.camdenequinecentre.com.au/

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25.01.2022 We started the day with the Camden Equine Centre Open 1.20m class and it was a thrill to see so many top quality combinations keen to get back into the competit...ion arena and as result we were treated to some outstanding Show Jumping and many, many clear rounds so there's certainly been some practising going on during the COVID-19 period !! It's congratulations to Jess Rice Ward on board 'Dinero', this pair absolutely flying around the John Vallance track in the super two phase stopping the clock in just 26.51 secs ahead of a speedy Paige McBain with 'Greengrove Rebel' under the saddle in a time of 26.86 secs and in third, Jamie Priestley and 'Team Priestley Kitara Lanson. 4. Gaby Herbosa and 'Kaloona Virago' 28.340 secs 5. Madi Sinderberry and 'Rothswaite Vigilante II' 28.370 secs 6. Jamie Kermond and 'Tulara Colchic' 29.140 secs 7. James Arkins and 'Joevaro R' 29.250 secs 8. Sarah-Louise McMillan and 'Rafiki' 29.480 secs A big thank you to Robin and the Team at Camden Equine Clinic, unfortunately Robin is rostered on and couldn't be here with us so we send our 'virtual thanks' for once again being such a great supporter of our Show and our sport. Photos Stephen Mowbray Photography

21.01.2022 Spring has sprung but unfortunately, it's also the time for high parasite activity in horses due to the change of season and temperature. Intestinal parasites such as small redworms and roundworms are very common and can cause serious and even life-threatening diseases in some cases. Unfortunately, even regular worming does not guarantee that a horse does not have parasites. To address this and assist in parasite control planning, Camden Equine Centre is holding a PARASITE... CONTROL MONTH all throughout September. During September, a 50% DISCOUNT will apply for a FEC analysis ($19 per test). FEC analysis enables us to make an assessment of the horse's current parasite status and also to create an ongoing parasite control plan for your horse and property. Any sample submitted will have an accompanying veterinary assessment along with recommendations for a parasite control plan for each horse. Please drop into reception to pick up your FREE collection kit or contact us on (02) 4655 0777 if you would like more information.

20.01.2022 Some great advice for our other four-legged friends!

17.01.2022 Hold your horses - The importance of dental care in horses has been known for a long time, with writing on the subject dating back to long before Christ. Camden Equine Centres, Associate Prof. Denis Verwilghen has an unbridled passion for improving equine health care. Read the latest interview with Dr Denis here https://www.sydney.edu.au//the-challenges-of-a-horse-denti

17.01.2022 Don't forget dental month! In-Clinic Free Oroscope with any dental examination and float Normally $395 now $265 OR 25% Off Ambulatory dental examination, dental float with sedation... Normally $180 Now $135 Get in quick to secure your August appointment by calling (02) 4655 0777 and take advantage of these great offers.

17.01.2022 **Scheduled phone outage** Tuesday 13th October between 10am - 1pm Due to a telephone upgrade out of our control, our phone line will have intermittent service between 10am - 1pm on Tuesday 13t October. We can be contacted via email: [email protected] or in case of an emergency please call 0412 462 588. Please note this mobile number will only be answered during the outage window and after-hours emergencies.... We apologise for the inconvenience.

16.01.2022 Although she is a proven broodmare, a positive pregnancy was by no means an easy feat this time. Tukso came to Camden Equine Centre in August 2019 for laparoscopic removal of her left ovary. The surgery was required as a 10cm ovarian tumour was discovered from her local vet, her owners had been experiencing some unusual stallion-like behaviour and she was having difficulties conceiving. The surgery was performed and she recovered well and her unusual behaviour stopped. Her right ovary only took a few months to return to normal cycling but due to the time of year she was not covered until this season. She fell pregnant first time and we can’t wait to hear how the rest of the pregnancy progresses.

14.01.2022 Image by https://www.stephenmowbrayphotography.com/

14.01.2022 Do you know what parasite this is? Comment below! These were found in a horse which presented to CEC with colic, ill-thrift and a potbelly appearance.

13.01.2022 Emeritus Professor Leo Jeffcott is one of the world’s most highly acclaimed equine veterinarians. His expertise in a vast range of equine veterinary fields has led him to the most esteemed role, we are incredibly honoured that Leo calls Camden Equine Centre home. The title of Emeritus Professor was given to Leo when he retired from his position as Dean of the School of Veterinary Science at the University of Sydney. Leo continues to work part-time from his office at CEC, he m...odest nature has led to many students not realising they are being taught by a living legend. To many, Leo is a friendly and composed character who volunteers his time to mentor vets and students as well as have valuable input in research projects or difficult cases. Emeritus Professor Leo Jeffcott, has been an official FEI Event Veterinarian since 1977 and has officiated at many elite championships including four World Equestrian Games. He has been an official veterinarian at six Olympic Games (1988-2008). He was President of the Veterinary Commission at Sydney (2000) and Athens (2004), and has been Veterinary Technical Delegate at Athens (2004) and Beijing (2008). Professor Jeffcott was elected Chairman of the FEI Veterinary Committee and member of the Bureau in 1998, and served until 2006. He was then made an Honorary Member of the Bureau, and was the first veterinarian to receive that honour. He held the post of Dean at the Veterinary School in the University of Cambridge (1991-2004) and then at the University of Sydney (2004-2009). With countless publications and research papers, there is a fair chance that most Australian equine vets have learnt something from Emeritus Professor Jeffcott. Leo has been a guest speaker and lectured worldwide but one of the most memorable speaking engagements was at the very first Bain Fallon conference held in 1978 over four days, Professor Jeffcott was the sole presented of 24 topics! Leo’s lifetime of dedication to educating the next generation of veterinarians along with his research to advance the health and welfare of horses is something that all horse owners can benefit and be thankful for.

12.01.2022 Do you have a worming program? How do you know when to worm your horse and what anthelmintic to use? Do you know your horse's current parasite situation? Camden Equine Centre recommends regular Faecal Egg Counts (FEC) to identify what parasites you may or may not need to worm against. September is Parasite Awareness Month! Take advantage of 50% DISCOUNT for an FEC analysis ($19 per test). Drop into reception to pick up your FREE collection kit or contact us on (02) 4655 0777 if you would like more information.

10.01.2022 When you visit CEC chances are you will see DVM3 or DVM4 students onsite for their equine clinical placement. In addition to clinical practice, students are also provided with many teaching and learning experiences. In these pictures, you can see Dr Liz Tee, our Unit of Study Coordinator, explaining the core concepts and principles of passing a nasogastric tube in an equine patient. Nasogastric intubation (NGT) is a common and core clinical skill in equine practice. However,... this skill is difficult to practice before graduation as the opportunities to pass an NGT during undergraduate years are far and few between. CEC formed a new collaboration with the University of Sydney’s Clinical Skills Hub and Lincoln State Memorial University to exchange simulation models between the universities. With the exchange, the CEC obtained a simulated horse head model specially designed to practice passing an NGT. This model is complete with a nasal ethmoid turbinate (water-filled balloon) that will pop if the stomach tube is passed wrongly, the ability to flex the horse’s head, an oesophagus, a trachea and a window on the left side of the neck that students can visualise the stomach tube passing down the oesophagus. There is a recent trend in using simulation models in both medical and veterinary medicine higher education. Simulation models are used to bridge the gap of academic knowledge and application to real-life situations. While simulation models are by no means a replacement of real-life experience, this teaching innovation bridge provides improved clinical skills and confidence of the final year students before facing the real world. While the simulated horse head does not move, it provides the students with an opportunity to reflect on the key points to successfully and safely pass a stomach tube down the oesophagus (and not the trachea). When students are required to pass the stomach tube down a real patient, we hope that these critical points will become more second nature to the students as they have had this simulated experience that was both novel and fun! Just another way, the CEC team is leading the way in veterinary education, animal science, and research that advances equine health and welfare to benefit the community. #versatile_vet #LMUCVM #graingerfilms Versatile Vet Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine

09.01.2022 Can you tell a horse has a parasite problem from looking at its conditions? This is Jay, a 17-year-old Standardbred who looks a million bucks! His owner has always included regular FEC’S (Faecal Egg Count) into Jay’s routine health management, and after a previous zero reading, this time we discovered he was harbouring an egg count over 3000 eggs per gram (normal FEC is less than 200 eggs per gram).... The team at CEC were able to advise a targeted deworming program and Jay’s after a follow-up FEC we are pleased that the reading is back to zero. September is Parasite Awareness Month! Take advantage of 50% DISCOUNT for an FEC analysis ($19 per test). Please drop in to reception to pick up your FREE collection kit or contact us on (02) 4655 0777 if you would like more information.

08.01.2022 Answer: Parascaris equorum also known as Ascarids or roundworm. Theses parasites are normally found in younger horses up to 2 years of age (typically weanling age to 1-year-olds). They are rarely seen in older animals, we suspect this is because of the acquired immunity horses have as they mature. In large amounts, they can cause ill thrift, stunted growth, potbelly appearance. If the worms are sufficiently large in amount, they can cause obstruction of the small intestine an...d lead to signs of abdominal pain (colic). In severe cases, the obstruction can rupture and cause death. Obstruction of small intestines with ascarids can sometimes require surgical intervention if the abdominal pain is not able to be controlled with medication. Parascaris equorum can be resolved with fenbendazole or any type of benzimidazole. There have been recorded resistance to ivermectin and other macrocyclic lactone anthelmintics, hence occasionally we see weanlings and yearlings that are up to date with their anthelmintics with ivermectin (or related products) return positive for Parascaris equorum in their fecal egg count. Running an FEC to determine the type of parasite eggs, followed by a tailored anthelmintic product is the best way to proceed with parasite management. This reduces the random use of products in cases where perhaps anthelmintics might not be necessary (for example a zero FEC) or the use of the wrong type of anthelmintics for the wrong parasite. September is Parasite Awareness Month! Take advantage of 50% DISCOUNT for an FEC analysis ($19 per test). Please drop in to reception to pick up your FREE collection kit or contact us on (02) 4655 0777 if you would like more information.

08.01.2022 Meet our team Lou Clarke Chances are, if you have visited CEC in the last 13 years, you've met vet nurse extraordinaire Lou Clarke. Lou's nursing experience and skills are undoubtedly exceptional but being a CEC nurse has two vital roles. Not only do our nurses provide veterinary care and support, but they also offer guidance to our final year students. Their expertise are held in the highest regard, as they help teach essential skills such as horse handling, administerin...g medication, conducting a physical examination, record finding and much more. Lou has had a passion for horses from an early age and is an avid event rider competing at local and interstate events such as Adelaide 3de. Before joining CEC, Lou trained Arabian horses in the Middle East for the Asian Games 2006 and pre-training thoroughbreds for the racing industry. She currently owns four horse's, five dogs and a goldfish named Pumpkin. Lou breeds and shows Miniature Fox Terriers and recently married; you may know her by her maiden name, Lou Barnes.

08.01.2022 For the next 6 months!

08.01.2022 Meet the Vet- Dr Benjamin Pratt Ben has recently joined the team as an intern vet, he graduated from The University of Sydney in 2017, and went on to complete a short externship in equine reproduction in The Netherlands. It was during this time that he discovered his passion for equine medicine and set about pursuing a career as an equine vet. Upon returning to Australia he joined a general equine practice in the central west of NSW. He had the pleasure of working with a di...verse range of clients and their horses, providing a broad variety of services including dentistry, lameness, medicine, surgery and reproduction. Outside of work he has two chestnut mares, Willow and Blue. He is eagerly expecting the arrival of a third horse early next year, with Willow currently in foal, having bred her through artificial insemination he performed himself.

07.01.2022 Camden Equine Centre is a proud sponsor of the ENSW Southern Cross Show Horse Championships this weekend at SIEC. Dr Sara Biasutti and Dr Ben Pratt will be busy swabbing aswell as presenting the winner of The Grand Champion Junior Show Hunter Horse, who will take home $500 and a fancy Garland and rug thanks to CEC.

05.01.2022 CEC is excited to announce we have capped ambulatory travel fees for clients within a 75km round trip to just $55! Clients who are further than 75km will be charged the standard km based rate. From dentistry to vaccination, worming advice, lameness investigations, hoof conditions, poor performance and much more, the CEC team provides a multidisciplinary approach with the highest standard of care. To book an appointment, call our reception on 02 4655 0777. For after-hours emergencies, please call 0412 462 588 (this phone is not monitored during regular hours).

05.01.2022 Check out the March CEC Newsletter!

01.01.2022 Equine dental care - Straight from the horse’s mouth! Preventative dental care is important for everyone to live a happy, healthy, pain-free life. It is even more important for our equine friends. Horses have very complex (hypsodontic) teeth that are continually emerging from the gums to compensate for the wearing away of their grinding surface (a process called erupting). In wild horse populations, the constant feeding on rough low-quality feed for up to 18 hours a day grind...s the teeth down and in addition, over time, horses with dental abnormalities will be ‘selected against’ through natural selection. Investigations of the dental health of wild horse populations have found comparatively far fewer dental problems than in domesticated horses. In our companion and sport horse populations, we have significantly changed the way horses feed. As a result, these horses need regular dental examinations in order to spot dental abnormalities that if left untreated could severely compromise the horse’s health and performance. For this reason, it is even more important for our equine friends to have an oral health check at least once a year. Don't forget August is dental month, and it's almost over! In-Clinic Free Oroscope with any dental examination and float Normally $395 now $265 OR 25% Off Ambulatory dental examination, dental float with sedation Normally $180 Now $135 Get in quick to secure your August appointment by calling (02) 4655 0777 and take advantage of these great offers.

01.01.2022 Say Hello to Maisie! Maisie is a beautiful 6- year old Clydesdale mare who was recently purchased for a riding companion, she was broken in for riding at a reasonably mature age. Prior to this, she spent several years as a broodmare, co-living with a herd of mares and foals. Maisie new owner has always included Faecal Egg Counts (FEC) as a part of her horse health management and participated in Camden Equine Centre’s parasite control month. When the results came back, we were... shocked It wasn’t the high count of 500 eggs per gram of Strongyles which was alarming but, the presence of Parascaris equorum commonly known as Ascarids. Ascarids are normally found in younger horses up to 2 years of age (typically weanling age to 1-year-olds). Rarely seen in older animals, it is suspected that their immunity develops as a horse matures. In large amounts, they can cause ill thrift, stunted growth, pot belly appearance. If the worms are sufficiently large in amount, they can cause obstruction of the small intestine and lead to signs of abdominal pain (colic). In severe cases, the obstruction can rupture and cause death. Obstruction of small intestines with ascarids can sometimes require surgical intervention if the abdominal pain is not able to be controlled with medication. It is thought that Maisie’s exposure to younger horses sharing a pasture as a broodmare has most likely contributed to the high number (5500 eggs per gram) in her sample. Luckily for Masie Camden Equine Centre was able to tailor a worming program which includes a 6-day course of Fenbendazole followed by Moxidectin to combat the Strongyles. Maisie’s owner reports she is very bright and enjoying her new beginning, she will be retested two weeks post deworming with hopefully a less shocking result. September is Parasite Awareness Month! Take advantage of 50% DISCOUNT for an FEC analysis ($19 per test). Drop into reception to pick up your FREE collection kit or contact us on (02) 4655 0777 if you would like more information.