Throughout the entirety of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are proud to have continued to provide continuous, uninterrupted emergency and out-of-hours cover, ensuring animal welfare and peace of mind for all our clients. This Easter we are operating full out-of-hours service as normal. Please be sure to follow strict COVID-19 biosecurity during a visit from one...Continue Reading

As we all prepare in the UK for the long-anticipated relaxation of COVID-19 lockdown regulations and a welcome but hesitant return to the equestrian sporting calendar, the current EHV-1 outbreak in Valencia is a dreadful, but timely reminder – if ever one were needed – as to how infectious and deadly the disease can be....Continue Reading

The Prime Minister has declared this evening that a strict national lockdown is in place throughout the whole of England and will be enforced by law as of 6, January 2021. The new measures are to combat the spread of COVID-19. Importantly, during this period Ballinger Equine will continue to provide its complete range of...Continue Reading

Whilst the Ballinger Equine office at East Barn will close for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day, our veterinary surgeons continue to provide uninterrupted, out-of-hours emergency service throughout the Christmas and New Year holiday period. Comprehensive, uninterrupted 24/7, 365 out-of-hours emergency service As always, Ballinger Equine is operating a full, round-the-clock emergency service....Continue Reading

Searching for something premium and practical to give to a special equestrian for Christmas? Ballinger Equine’s veterinary specification equine first-aid kit is the perfect, thoughtful gift for all horsey people. Veterinary specification The ideal present for every horse and pony owner, this comprehensive equine first-aid kit is designed and specified by the veterinary surgeons at...Continue Reading

The Government has declared that as of tomorrow, Thursday 5 November, new restrictions to combat the spread of COVID-19 apply across the whole of England. Currently, these restrictions are planned to last for 4 weeks up to Wednesday, 4 December. Importantly, during this period Ballinger Equine will continue to provide its complete range of veterinary...Continue Reading

The COVID-19 pandemic and social-distancing regulations mean most organised fireworks displays are likely to be cancelled this year. Back-garden bonfires and fireworks nevertheless remain a perennial cause for concern for those of us with animals. In circumstances such as these, horses and ponies can sometimes benefit from some help to keep calm. Bonfires and fireworks...Continue Reading

Following recent new appointments to the clinical team, Ballinger Equine now seeks a Practice Administrator to add to the administrative and technical support based at the practice office. This is a terrific opportunity to join a multi-award-winning business at an exciting time in its development. Excellence is standard The new permanent, full-time role, within the...Continue Reading

Ballinger Equine Ambassador, Harry Horton, has ridden Maybe This Time (D’Arcy) owned by Ms Judy Savage, to a superb win in the British Eventing Intermediate at Aston-Le-Walls (12 August). This is an outstanding result competing against some of the top riders in the sport. A strong performance against top quality competition Harry said of his...Continue Reading

Ballinger Equine is continuously reviewing and reinforcing measures to minimise the risk of the spread of COVID-19. Complacency during the current pandemic has the potential for serious, even life-threatening consequences and as summer draws towards autumn and the cooler weather it is more important than ever to be COVID-19 aware. COVID-19 risk assessment Since 14...Continue Reading