Business Details
11 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Equine Veterinary Services in Cheltenham
Cheltenham Equine Vets is a dedicated equine veterinary practice established in 2015 through the merger of two long-standing local practices. Our team of experienced veterinarians and support staff are all horse owners themselves, bringing personal insight and professional expertise to every case. We prioritise a client-centred approach, offering tailored care for horses, ponies, and donkeys across Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, and Oxfordshire. With a focus on preventative care and advanced diagnostics, we utilise portable equipment including digital X-rays, endoscopes, and ultrasound scanners to provide comprehensive services at your yard. Our 24/7 emergency service ensures critical support when needed most, while our commitment to continuous professional development maintains the highest clinical standards.The practice partners with clients to create collaborative care plans, integrating services like acupuncture and physiotherapy for holistic treatment. Our office team provides seamless administrative support, including insurance claim management and medication ordering. With over 20 combined years of equine veterinary experience among our core clinicians, we combine deep local knowledge with cutting-edge medical practices. Our facility in Twigworth serves as an administrative hub, but our true workplace is in the field, where we deliver hands-on care in familiar environments for your animals. Client testimonials consistently highlight our compassionate approach, technical proficiency, and unwavering dedication to equine welfare.
Services
Emergency Care
Lameness Diagnostics
Acupuncture
Dentistry
Vaccinations
Pre-Purchase Vettings
Insurance Case Management
Zone Visits
Gastroscopy
Ultrasound Scanning
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency veterinary services for equines
- Our team includes vets with specialist interests in sports medicine
- We provide on-site diagnostic imaging using portable equipment
- All vets are experienced horse owners with practical understanding
- We maintain continuity of care with consistent veterinary visits
What people say
Excellent vets
Professional and kind
Prompt service
Compassionate approach
Exceptional care
Services
Emergency Veterinary Care
Our fully equipped ambulatory service provides immediate veterinary response for equine emergencies at any hour. With dedicated on-call veterinarians and portable diagnostic tools, we handle critical cases ranging from colic to traumatic injuries. The team's extensive experience in emergency medicine ensures rapid assessment and stabilisation at your yard, with direct communication maintained with owners throughout the process. This service forms the cornerstone of our commitment to equine welfare.
Lameness Diagnostics
Specialist lameness investigations combine clinical expertise with advanced imaging technologies. Our approach includes dynamic gait analysis, nerve blocks, and portable imaging systems to pinpoint musculoskeletal issues. The diagnostic process considers each horse's unique performance requirements, whether for leisure riding or competitive sports. This precision enables targeted treatment plans that maximise recovery potential while minimising downtime for working animals.
Acupuncture Treatment
Veterinary acupuncture services are delivered by certified practitioner Lindsay Brazil. This evidence-based modality addresses pain management and performance issues through traditional Chinese medicine techniques. Integrated with conventional treatments, acupuncture offers non-invasive solutions for conditions like osteoarthritis. The service reflects our holistic approach to equine healthcare, combining modern science with established therapeutic practices for optimal patient outcomes.
Pre-Purchase Vettings
Comprehensive five-stage veterinary examinations evaluate horses for prospective buyers. Conducted according to Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons guidelines, these assessments identify current health status and potential future concerns. The process includes exercise testing, flexion tests, and optional diagnostic imaging. Detailed reports provide purchasers with objective information to make informed investment decisions while establishing baseline health records for new owners.
Dentistry Services
Advanced equine dental care addresses both routine and complex oral health needs. Our services include power rasping, diastema management, and corrective procedures using state-of-the-art equipment. Vets have completed specialist training to ensure modern techniques are applied safely and effectively. Regular dental maintenance prevents performance issues and systemic health problems, forming an essential component of preventative healthcare programmes for horses of all ages and disciplines.
People
Emma Travis
Partner & Veterinary Surgeon
Graduating from Bristol University in 2003, Emma brings extensive equine experience from specialist hospital and ambulatory practice. Her particular interests include geriatric medicine and wound management. As practice partner, she combines clinical work with business leadership while maintaining active involvement in showjumping through her daughter's competitive career.
Anna Gorman
Veterinary Surgeon
Qualified from Liverpool in 2013, Anna completed an equine internship before joining the practice in 2016. She specialises in sports horse medicine and gastroscopy, demonstrating particular expertise in performance-related issues. Her practical approach balances clinical excellence with understanding of owners' needs, developed through years of working with diverse equine cases across multiple disciplines.
Lindsay Brazil
Veterinary Surgeon & Acupuncturist
With two decades of equine practice experience, Lindsay has developed specialist acupuncture skills since 2013. Her focus on subtle performance issues combines traditional techniques with modern veterinary science. She collaborates with physiotherapists to optimise treatment outcomes, applying this integrated approach to both competition and pleasure horses across varied disciplines.
David Blakey
Veterinary Surgeon
David joined the team in 2025 with a wealth of experience from equine hospital and ambulatory roles. Holding a postgraduate certificate in equine medicine, he brings specialist knowledge in internal medicine. His background includes polo veterinary work, complementing his current role with practical insights into performance horse management and sports medicine applications.
Nicola Webb
Practice Manager
Nicola oversees daily operations with extensive healthcare administration experience. Her role bridges client communication and internal management, ensuring smooth practice functioning. Outside work, she participates in local musical ensembles while managing family life with her canine companion who occasionally joins office duties.
Questions
Do you provide 24-hour emergency services?
Yes, we offer a 24/7 emergency veterinary service with dedicated on-call clinicians available year-round.
What areas do you cover for routine visits?
We serve Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, and Oxfordshire with regular ambulatory visits.
Can you perform pre-purchase veterinary examinations?
We conduct full five-stage vettings including diagnostic imaging and comprehensive health assessments for horse purchases.
Do you accept insurance-related cases?
Yes, we work with all major equine insurance providers and assist with claim documentation and processing.
What specialist services do you offer?
Our specialists include acupuncture practitioners and sports medicine experts with advanced diagnostic capabilities.
How do you handle dental procedures?
We perform comprehensive oral exams and treatments using modern equipment, including sedation when necessary.
