HORSES
IN TRAINING
Sycamore Lodge offers highly experienced care to horses in training, having looking after many yards on The Curragh and surrounding areas.
We have a long association with The Curragh Racecourse, having provided race day veterinary care for over 30 years.
On a day to day basis we provide routine care such as vaccination, dentistry, castration, naming and insurance examinations.
We also provide service more specific services to the racehorse including:
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Routine endoscopy
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Lung washes to check for lower airway​​
inflammation/bleeding
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Lameness investigation
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Poor performance investigation including exercise
endoscopy and ecg
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Mobile x-ray and ultrasonography
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Pre- purchase examinations
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Bone Scan/Scintigraphy
We offer a 24/7 service to our clients to attend any emergencies including colic, fractures or wounds. Our clients are re-assured in the knowledge that when calling out-of-hours they will be speaking to a veterinarian, who is the best position to deal with the call.
