Horse Breeding and Aftercare

Horse Castration – What to Expect

We offer both standing castration under local anaesthetic and recumbent castration under general anaesthetic and we’ll always recommend the safest, most suitable option based on your horse’s size, age, temperament, and individual needs! 🙌 For smaller ponies (like Shetlands), general anaesthetic is often best as there simply isn’t the space to work safely underneath them. Horses must be up to date with vaccinations before the procedure, and we’re happy to advise on prep and aftercare. 💉 #Castra

Castration is one of the most common procedures in equine medicine—but there’s a lot more to it than most horse owners realize. 🐴 In this episode of The Equine Vet Connect, Dr. Carter and Dr. Caroline Brown break down the why, when, and how behind gelding horses, from behavior and development to timing, techniques, and common complications. Whether you’re managing a colt, considering future breeding, or just want to understand the procedure your vet performs, this conversation keeps it real, pr