Services

What we do

The team at HFV have over 40 years experience of proactive veterinary input on modern livestock units and our everyday work reflects this. The majority of our work is pre-planned with your dedicated vet, but we build in capacity to cover the inevitable emergencies and routine TB work too. We value and prioritise the relationships you form with your vet, and pledge to make HFV a positive workplace so those relationships are secure long term.

Below, you'll find a full list of our services; if you have any questions or would like more information, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

  • Surgery

    At Haywood Farm Vets, we offer a range of surgical services. From routine procedures to more complex surgeries, our experienced team is equipped to handle the surgical needs of your livestock. We use the latest techniques and equipment to minimise risk and to help ensure the best possible outcomes.

    Surgical procedures we can offer include, but are not limited to: caesarean section, displaced abomasum correction (left & right), castration, disbudding and de-horning (under sedation as required), hernia repair, wound/laceration repair, prolapse replacement, enucleation, rumenotomy, digit amputation, post-mortem investigation, tumour removal and teat surgery.

  • Emergencies

    Our dedicated team is always ready to provide urgent, expert care when you need it most. With many years of experience, we respond swiftly and efficiently to ensure the best possible outcome for you and your livestock. Whether it's a difficult calving or lambing, a sudden illness or injury, your animals' health and welfare are our top priorities. We're here to support you through any emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

    If you ever need to talk through a problem, aren't happy with how calving is progressing, or just want a vet's opinion, don't hesitate to pick up the phone. We'd much rather you reach out to us than worry - our team is always here to help.

  • Health planning

    Health planning is far more than signing off a herd or flock health plan, it's about knowing your animals: the strengths, the weaknesses, and prioritising the changes that bring the biggest value to your livestock and your business.

    Effective health planning is essential for maintaining wellbeing and productivity. At Haywood Farm Vets, we work closely with you to develop customised health plans tailored to your farm's specific needs. Our proactive approach focuses on prevention, management, and regular assessment to help support the vitality of your livestock and the success of your farm.

  • Youngstock health & productivity

    Ensuring the health and productivity of youngstock is crucial for the future of any farm, and at Haywood Farm Vets we specialise in providing targeted care for incoming members of the herd or flock. In order to help young livestock reach their full potential, our comprehensive approach focuses on disease prevention, nutrition, housing, preventative medicine and vaccination.

    We understand the unique challenges that come with raising youngstock, and our experienced team is here to support you. We work collaboratively with you to establish best practices that promote healthy growth and development.

  • Data analysis

    In today's farming landscape, informed decision-making is key to targeting efforts which will see the most reward. At Haywood Farm Vets, we use industry-leading data analysis tools to help you better understand your herd's performance and health trends. By closely monitoring health records we can identify patterns and pinpoint areas for improvement.

    Our team works with you to interpret this data effectively, providing actionable insights that can enhance the health of your animals. Whether it's by identifying health risks, improving breeding strategies, or adjusting nutrition plans, our data-driven approach empowers you to make informed choices for your livestock.

  • TB testing

    At Haywood Farm Vets, we prioritise TB work and treat it as we would any other infectious disease - something that must be discussed, tested for, reviewed and ultimately, controlled. We understand the importance of routine testing and the anxiety that often surrounds the process. That's why we are committed to making the experience as smooth and supportive as possible. We only use qualified veterinary surgeons, members of our team who you already know and trust. Our vets ensure that testing is carried out accurately and efficiently, but also offer guidance and support throughout the process. We aim to work alongside you to help navigate this essential aspect of herd management.

  • CHeCS accreditation

    Cattle Health Certification Standards (CHeCS) is a UK-based regulatory body that oversees health schemes for controlling infectious disease in cattle. We can help with enrollment and accreditation of CHeCS-approved schemes, helping to reduce or eradicate diseases such as BVD, Johne's, IBR, and Leptospirosis. Haywood Farm Vets can help you achieve certification, maintaining the highest standards of herd health whilst enhancing productivity and profitability.

  • Fertility work

    At HFV, fertility work is carried out by vets who know your farm, your livestock, and your specific goals. We work together to effectively manage herd fertility: maximising conception rates, reducing open days, and achieving tighter calving intervals.

    Our vets use the most up-to-date scanning equipment, giving us the best possible information to guide fertility treatments and interventions. We also have a portable Bluetooth screen that mirrors the vet's view, which we've found especially useful for students and farmers who want to observe what we see in real-time.

  • Bull breeding soundness examinations

    At Haywood Farm Vets, we offer comprehensive Bull Breeding Soundness Examinations (BBSE) to ensure your bulls are fit for breeding and capable of maximising fertility rates within your herd. We assess the overall health of your bull, his reproductive anatomy, and semen quality, using the latest equipment and techniques. BBSEs can help reduce the risk of reproductive failure, helping to identify potential problems early. We can help you avoid the financial and operational impact of an underperforming bull.

  • Vaccinations

    Vaccinations are a crucial component of proactive herd/flock health management. Our vaccination programs are tailored to the specific needs of your livestock, helping to protect your animals from a wide range of preventable diseases.

    Working with a vet who knows your herd/flock and its history, we can create a customised schedule to safeguard your livestock against diseases such as BVD, IBR, Leptospirosis, Salmonella, Clostridia, and more. Vaccinations not only improve the overall health and welfare of your animals but also enhance productivity by reducing the incidence of subclinical disease, minimising treatment costs, and limiting production losses.

    By staying up to date with the latest vaccine protocols and advances, our team ensures that your livestock receive the most effective and appropriate protection available.

  • Infectious disease

    Infectious disease can have a significant impact on herd productivity, animal welfare, and farm profitability. A proactive approach to effective disease control is essential, and our experienced vets work closely with you to develop tailored health plans focused on disease prevention, control, and eradication. This includes regular testing, vaccination programs, and biosecurity measures to minimise the risk of outbreaks and protect your livestock.

    We target a wide range of diseases, including viruses such as BVD and respiratory viruses; bacterial infections such as Johne's disease, TB, Leptospirosis, Salmonella, Pasteurella, and mastitic bacteria; parasitic diseases like fluke, lungworm, and coccidiosis; and fungal infections such as ringworm.

    Additionally, we assist with compliance for national disease control schemes such as CHeCS, helping your farm maintain high health standards and minimising losses caused by infectious diseases.

  • Laboratory

    At Haywood Farm Vets, we offer a range of in-house laboratory services designed for a quick turnaround, enabling us to provide prompt, targeted care for your livestock. Our in-house lab services include: worm egg counts, to rapidly assess parasite burdens; bacterial culture testing, to enable targeted antimicrobial treatment; milk cultures, to identify causes of mastitis; and basic blood-work, to detect issues such as metabolic disorders e.g. ketosis or calcium/magnesium abnormalities.

    For more comprehensive testing, we also routinely send samples to external labs, including bulk tank milk samples and blood samples to monitor infectious disease and cell counts.

  • Lameness & mobility

    Lameness and mobility issues not only have a serious impact on animal welfare but also on farm productivity. Our experienced vets are committed to helping you manage and reduce lameness in your livestock through a comprehensive approach that focuses on prevention, early detection, and effective treatment. This is especially important in youngstock, as minor episodes of lameness at a young age often lead to major issues in the long term.

    Paula is an AHDB mobility mentor and is on the Register of Mobility Scorers (RoMS), making her particularly well-positioned to help you understand and tackle the underlying factors causing lameness on your farm. Her expertise enables us to provide in-depth support tailored to the specific challenges you face in maintaining and improving herd mobility.

    Our lameness and mobility services include: routine mobility scoring, to assess and identify early signs of lameness; foot health management, including hoof trimming and treatment for common conditions such as foot rot, sole ulcers, and digital dermatitis; and treatment plans - tailored solutions to best manage and treat lameness in your herd or flock.

    For routine foot trimming, we recommend work carried out by Craig Lawrence.

  • Fair priced medicines

    Haywood Farm Vets work closely with XLVets, manufactures and wholesalers to make sure you have a secure supply of essential medicines available at a competitive price and delivered free of charge. We work with clients to review medicine use, to check prevention strategies are working, that treatment protocols are evidence based, and that medicines are used responsibly and effectively. Clients are able to pre-order their medicines and vaccines which are delivered free of charge at the next visit, reducing the need for “just in case medicines” from vets' boots or from the pharmacy.

  • On-farm training

    At Haywood Farm Vets we get to know your farm, your herd, and your team. Using this knowledge, we build bespoke training packages for individuals, teams, and groups of farmers that are focused on your production system. These sessions are personalised, informal workshops, with a strong emphasis on discussion and practical solutions that work for your farm system. They have clear learning outcomes and empower both individuals and teams with practical skills and knowledge.

  • Discussion groups

    Our Discussion Groups offer a valuable opportunity for farmers to come together and share experiences in a relaxed, informal setting. Led by one of our experienced vets, these sessions are designed to encourage open conversation where everyone can discuss specific challenges, solutions, and successes from their own farms.

    With a focus on practical, farm-specific scenarios, our discussion groups provide a collaborative environment to learn from both our veterinary team and your fellow farmers. And of course, tea and cake are always on hand to keep the conversation flowing!