Western Equine Veterinary Services in Werribee, Victoria | Veterinary surgeon

Western Equine Veterinary Services

Locality: Werribee, Victoria

Phone: +61 418 385 223

Address: 58 Derrimut Road 3029 Werribee, VIC, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 We’re so proud of work Krystal is doing, and results she is getting using the K-Laser on the smaller animals. So nice to get such positive feedback.

21.01.2022 We had a very nice start to our day this morning. Upon arriving at our first job, we made a new friend! Angus didn’t waste a second taking Nurse Bree’s spot in the car - he couldn’t help but jump straight up to be alongside his new bestie Dr. Liz!

19.01.2022 Uveitis / Equine Recurrent Uveitis (ERU) Also known as ‘moon blindness’, uveitis is the leading cause of vision loss in horses and is a very common cause of chronic ocular pain. It is inflammation in the uveal tract of the eye, this layer contains most of the blood supply to the eye and includes three structures; the iris, ciliary body and the choroid. Generally, uveitis occurs secondary to other eye issues/injuries such as corneal ulcers or trauma and can usually be contro...lled when the primary problem is addressed promptly. However, it can also present as a primary issue along with having the potential to occur bilaterally. There are some genetic predispositions, certain breeds such as Appaloosa’s are at higher risk of developing the disease as well. As with any eye problem the main sign of uveitis is the presence of ocular pain, characterised by things such as; swelling, squinting (blepharospasm), discharge, sensitivity to light, constricted pupil & cloudiness. Left untreated, most eye conditions tend to deteriorate rather quickly - going from bad to worse in a short space of time. We would always recommend booking in a consult to have the animal examined and diagnosed appropriately. Due to the painful nature and sensitivity of eye problems, an ocular exam is generally performed by a vet under standing sedation. Once diagnosed, treating this condition at a field level involves topical and systemic anti-inflammatories and mydriatic drops/ointments with the intent to reduce inflammation, relieve discomfort and prevent vision loss. In any case, uveitis can develop into a chronic condition that reoccurs ongoingly, the syndrome is known as ‘equine recurrent uveitis’ (ERU). Unfortunately, some eyes fail to respond to medical management alone and may require surgical intervention including suprachoroidal cyclosporine implant placement or in some cases enucleation to remove the constant source of pain. With every new episode of inflammation more and more damage is done to the eye. Some long-term consequences of recurrent uveitis are; damage to the iris, cataracts, glaucoma and retinal detachment, with very serious implications in horses’ vision. Any concerns over your horse’s eye/s should be addressed with urgency, so please contact your vet if any issues arise.

15.01.2022 Happy Friday everyone! Enjoy your weekend - Stay safe and have fun soaking up the sun.

14.01.2022 What to Expect When Your Mare’s Expecting Tis’ the season again everyone - our favourite time of the year! It’s foaling season and although it’s a very exciting time meeting the new bubs, it can also be very stressful caring for a mare who is expecting. To be ready and know what you’re up for, read below and familiarise yourself with the following information. Before Foaling;...Continue reading

08.01.2022 Happy hump day everyone - I hope you all enjoyed the lovely weather today!! I topped off my afternoon spending some time with the lovely Beau. He’s always such a good boy for his weekly K-Laser treatment. Nurse Bree.

08.01.2022 SPRING = STUD SEASON = BUSY SEASON Its just 2 weeks away from the start of stud season. Mares that have been under lights are already cycling and we are doing preliminary work getting them ready to be covered from Sept 1. Unfortunately with Covid restrictions and building work we have going on at our facilities in Werribee South we are having to modify what we do this year, but please call us to discuss your needs. 0418 385 223. In field stud duties are as normal provided Covid health and safety protocols are adhered to (face masks, hand sanitising, social distancing, one client per horse). Please see attached pricing and procedural information. Note this info relates to chilled semen artificial insemination.

02.01.2022 HOLEY MOLEY!! This young gelding had an unfortunate run in with a metal rod. Piercing his forehead he narrowly missed penetrating his sinuses and eyeball in the process. The rod was removed under standing sedation and with the appropriate medication on board and aftercare this young fellow is making a full recovery. ... Here's hoping for his owner's sake he doesn't attempt to acquire anymore facial accessories!!