Trusted Equine Vetting for International Buyers
Buying from abroad requires confidence. To help make that process easier, we are able to direct buyers toward a respected UK equine veterinary practice for pre-purchase examination, X-rays and further assessment where required.
A Trusted Veterinary Option
For overseas buyers, arranging vetting from another country can feel uncertain. We are able to help buyers access a respected and established equine veterinary practice in the UK, giving them a trusted option when assessing a horse before purchase.
This is offered as an additional layer of reassurance for international buyers who want experienced veterinary support already familiar with performance horses and pre-purchase examinations.
Nantwich Equine Vets
Nantwich Equine Vets is a specialist equine practice with dedicated clinic and hospital facilities, offering both hospital-based care and ambulatory services to yards, studs and clients’ homes.
The practice provides veterinary support across a wide range of areas including pre-purchase examinations, diagnostics, surgery, breeding services and performance horse care.
Campbell Thompson, longest serving partner at the practice, has served as a British Equestrian Team Vet, including the Sydney Olympics, adding genuine top-level sport horse experience to the practice.
What Vetting Can Include
Buyers may request vetting to whatever level they feel appropriate, including full pre-purchase examination, X-rays, imaging and performance assessment.
Pre-Purchase Examination
Vetting can be arranged from a standard clinical assessment through to a more detailed pre-purchase examination, depending on the buyer’s requirements.
X-Rays & Imaging
Buyers may request X-rays and further diagnostic imaging for additional clarity before making a final decision.
Performance & Soundness
Veterinary assessment can help buyers better understand general soundness, suitability and current clinical condition.
Breeding & Fertility
Where relevant, additional veterinary support may also be arranged for breeding or fertility-related questions.
Buyer Choice and Independence
Buyers may use Nantwich Equine Vets or any veterinary practice of their own choosing.
The veterinary surgeon is instructed directly by the buyer, and all veterinary costs are paid by the buyer.