Dairy and Beef

Dairy & Beef

At Langford Vets, we understand the unique challenges and demands faced by dairy and beef farmers. With a dedicated team of experienced veterinarians, we offer a comprehensive clinical and advisory service tailored to meet the specific needs of your farm.

Our primary goal is to ensure the health and well-being of your livestock while maximising productivity and profitability. Whether you require emergency cover or seek to implement proactive herd health programs, we are here to support you every step of the way.

We passionately believe that prevention is better than cure. That is why we emphasise the importance of herd health plans and regular farm visits to detect and address any potential issues at the earliest stage possible. By working closely with you, we aim to minimise disease on your farm and optimise the performance of your herd.

In addition to providing essential veterinary care, we also offer guidance to help you meet the requirements of your milk contracts while remaining cost-effective. Our commitment to continuity of care means that you can count on us to develop long-term partnerships that benefit both your farm and your animals.

At Langford Vets, your success is our priority. Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your farm's health and productivity goals, or how becoming a ‘teaching partnership farm’ could help your business.

Herd health

Herd health planning
24-hour emergency care, including on-farm surgery
Competitively priced medicines, daily ordering and delivery service
Foot care and management, including mobility scoring, data analysis and foot trimming
Nutritional advice and testing; including metabolic diseases testing and bulk tank testing
Mastitis and Somatic Cell Counting analysis and advice
Body condition, hock and cleanliness scoring and analysis
Free service and repair clinic for cattle stomach pumps
Referral to Langford Vets for 24/7 care of high value animals and those that require complicated surgical procedures
Up to 25% off regular visits (including fertility work) as a teaching partnership farm

Herd health planning
24-hour emergency care, including on-farm surgery
Competitively priced medicines, daily ordering and delivery service
Foot care and management, including mobility scoring, data analysis and foot trimming
Nutritional advice and testing; including metabolic diseases testing and bulk tank testing
Mastitis and Somatic Cell Counting analysis and advice
Body condition, hock and cleanliness scoring and analysis
Free service and repair clinic for cattle stomach pumps
Referral to Langford Vets for 24/7 care of high value animals and those that require complicated surgical procedures
Up to 25% off regular visits (including fertility work) as a teaching partnership farm

Fertility & Youngstock

Routine fertility visits with your primary vet
Comprehensive fertility planning with your dedicated vet: this includes planning and implementing synchronisation protocols of groups of animals, and pregnancy scanning cows to ensure accurate calving dates and identify fertility issues
Bull breeding soundness exams, including semen analysis
Youngstock advice and monitoring, including total proteins to check colostrum uptake and calf scoring
Calves up to 150kg can be hospitalised in our on-site isolation and holding facility for advanced diagnostic procedures and surgery
Castrating and disbudding at fixed-price, competitive prices

Two black and white dairy cows stand together in a grassy field under a blue sky

Routine fertility visits with your primary vet
Comprehensive fertility planning with your dedicated vet: this includes planning and implementing synchronisation protocols of groups of animals, and pregnancy scanning cows to ensure accurate calving dates and identify fertility issues
Bull breeding soundness exams, including semen analysis
Youngstock advice and monitoring, including total proteins to check colostrum uptake and calf scoring
Calves up to 150kg can be hospitalised in our on-site isolation and holding facility for advanced diagnostic procedures and surgery
Castrating and disbudding at fixed-price, competitive prices

Disease prevention and surveillance

TB Advisory Service (TBAS)
TB testing, both WHT and PRMT (all testing done by vets)
‘Action Johnes’ plans
BVD screening and control planning
Disease prevention and surveillance: this includes blood and bulk milk testing, and vaccination reminders
Disease outbreak investigation working closely with the University of Bristol on-site Pathology service
Quarantine protocols for brought in animals

This bovine shows a positive reaction to a tb test

TB Advisory Service (TBAS)
TB testing, both WHT and PRMT (all testing done by vets)
‘Action Johnes’ plans
BVD screening and control planning
Disease prevention and surveillance: this includes blood and bulk milk testing, and vaccination reminders
Disease outbreak investigation working closely with the University of Bristol on-site Pathology service
Quarantine protocols for brought in animals

Get in Touch

Have questions or need assistance? Don't hesitate to reach out to our team 01934 852 650. Whether you are dealing with a health emergency or seeking long-term health planning, we are here to support you and your livestock every step of the way.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Help & Emergencies

How do I order medication?

Please contact the surgery via telephone you can use our online order form, call (01934 852650) or email (farmpractice@langfordvets.co.uk) to order medications. We will need to know the medications and quantities you require as well as the species you intend to treat and why. While we aim to complete prescriptions promptly, please do allow 24 hours where possible, as some medications (eg: antibiotics) will need to be signed off by a vet to ensure it is the most appropriate treatment for your animal(s).

Can I pick up medication out of hours?

If you cannot collect medications between 8:30am and 5pm we can either leave your order behind the reception of our small animal practice or in our lockbox at the farm animal practice. Please inform us if you have ordered medication but cannot collect them in office hours.

How do I register as a new client?

Please either fill in our new client registration form or phone our office to register as a new client 01934 852 650.

How do I make an appointment?

Appointments for vet visits can be made by phoning our office on 01934 852 650. Phone consultations can either be booked by phoning the office or by sending us an email to: farmpractice@langfordvets.co.uk with some details about the case you want to discuss, a contact number and the best times for us to contact you. We are also happy to give advice on cases via email (where we feel appropriate). Phone consultations and email advice may incur a consultation or advice fee.

How do I book a TB test?

To book a TB test please phone the practice 01934 852650 or send an email to: farmpractice@langfordvets.co.uk, letting us know your CPH number and farm name, your TB test window (if applicable), a contact phone number and your preferred dates for booking your TB test.

How do I plan parasite control in my animals?

Every farm or smallholding requires a unique parasite control plan for their holding. Get in touch with us to arrange an a parasite control calendar that fits your farm and animals.

How do I organise a herd health plan for my alpacas?

We regularly complete herd health plans for alpacas, please get in touch with the practice to book an appointment with a vet to complete a health plan or calendar.

Farm Animal Practice Whether you require emergency cover or proactive herd health programs, we are here to support you every step of the way.