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Your Trusted Farm Veterinary Services in Skipton
At Craven Farm Vets, we are dedicated to delivering proactive veterinary care tailored to the needs of Craven farms. Our approach prioritises disease prevention and fertility optimisation to safeguard animal health and enhance farm productivity. With a transparent pricing structure, our hourly billing system empowers clients to plan visits efficiently and avoid call-out charges, while our competitively priced prescription medicines ensure cost-effective treatment. We actively engage with farmers through regular meetings, Farmskills training courses, and a monthly newsletter to share insights on disease management, industry updates, and special offers.Our team combines technical expertise with local knowledge to address challenges in dairy, beef, sheep, and poultry management, supported by advanced diagnostic tools and specialist sister company collaborations. By focusing on long-term partnerships and evidence-based solutions, we aim to be a trusted partner in sustaining agricultural success.
Services
Fertility Management
Herd Health Planning
Mastitis Control
Calf Health Programs
Foot Trimming Services
AI Training Courses
Sheep Breeding Support
Parlour Visits
Worming Programs
Mobility Scoring
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 emergency veterinary cover for urgent farm needs
- Our team includes a certified cattle foot trimmer with Dutch method expertise
- Transparent hourly billing minimises costs through planned visits
- We offer specialist breeding services via our sister company partnership
- Regular Farmskills courses ensure up-to-date technical knowledge
Services
Fertility Management
Our fertility services combine portable ultrasound technology with advanced software analysis to optimise herd reproduction. We specialise in pregnancy dating, twin detection, and embryo implantation for repeat breeder cows. Regular bull fertility testing and teaser bull vasectomies help maintain optimal breeding performance while reducing calving intervals.
Herd Health Planning
We develop customised health plans using farm performance data and local disease risk assessments. Our approach includes strategic vaccination programs, worming regimes, and trace element testing to prevent disease outbreaks. This proactive strategy reduces treatment costs while improving overall herd productivity and farm assurance compliance.
Cattle Foot Trimming
A certified professional trimmer provides Dutch method foot care using hydraulic crush equipment. Regular trimming sessions include mobility scoring and digital record-keeping to monitor foot health trends. This service helps reduce lameness-related productivity losses and supports farm assurance requirements through documented maintenance programs.
Mastitis Control
Our mastitis management combines milk sampling, teat scoring, and parlour visits to identify and resolve cell count issues. We use Herd Companion software to analyse farm milk records and implement targeted control strategies. This reduces antibiotic use while maintaining milk quality and maximising dairy herd profitability.
Farmskills Training
We deliver accredited training courses including AI techniques, calf care, and foot trimming. These practical sessions combine classroom theory with hands-on experience, meeting APHA licensing requirements. Regular workshops help farmers stay updated on best practices while fulfilling farm assurance scheme training obligations.
Questions
Do you offer 24-hour emergency veterinary services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency cover with an on-call vet available 365 days a year through our dedicated emergency line.
What farm animal species do you treat?
We specialise in dairy and beef cattle, sheep, and backyard poultry, offering comprehensive health management for commercial and smallholdings.
Can you help with fertility issues in dairy herds?
Our fertility services include ultrasound scanning, pregnancy dating, and bull fertility testing using advanced diagnostic tools and software analysis.
Do you provide training for farmers?
We run accredited Farmskills courses covering AI techniques, cattle foot trimming, and lamb care, with regular workshops throughout the year.
What additional services do you offer beyond treatment?
We provide herd health planning, mobility scoring, worm egg count testing, and specialist breeding support through our sister company partnership.
How can I access your services?
Contact our Skipton practice during opening hours (Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm, Saturday 8:30am-12:30pm) or call our emergency line outside these times.
