Updates to Bristol Veterinary Service

We would like to share some upcoming changes:

First, we sincerely apologize for any mess you may encounter in the clinic — there are lots of exciting updates in progress!

Next, we’re pleased to welcome a new doctor to our team. Dr. Kelly Cook will be joining us on July 28th and will begin seeing your pets.

Choke

In horses, choke is the word used to describe when food gets lodged in the esophagus. The windpipe, or trachea, is not blocked; these horses can still breathe. Many times, these horses will continue to try eating and/or drinking. A horse with choke can show signs of...

Colic

Colic is a word used to describe abdominal pain. There are many different causes of colic and the types of colic behaviors can range from mild to severe. Any horse with colic should be seen by a veterinarian right away. A few examples of colic behaviors include the...