SVS Equine

12/10/2026

💙🐴 A HUGE THANK YOU TO Evoke Group FOR THEIR INCREDIBLE GENEROSITY! 🐴💙

A few weeks ago, we had the pleasure of presenting nine brand-new Evoke riding helmets to RDA Causeway Coast & Glens, thanks to the wonderful generosity of the team at Evoke Country & Equestrian! 🎉

Evoke is a sister company of Science Supplements, a brand we are proud to work with through SVS Equine, so it was particularly lovely to be involved in this fantastic initiative.

At SVS Equine and Shanaghan Veterinary Services, we’re fortunate to work closely with the RDA team, providing care for their wonderful horses. We see the dedication, hard work and enthusiasm that goes into making equestrian activities accessible to people with disabilities.

When Evoke announced their fantastic initiative to donate 250 riding helmets to RDA centres across the UK, we knew exactly who we wanted to nominate!

Rider safety is so important, and having access to high-quality, correctly fitted helmets is an essential part of helping everyone enjoy horses safely.

It was lovely to bring everyone together for the presentation and see these helmets going to such a deserving organisation.

💙 A very special thank you to David, Vicky and everyone at Evoke and Science Supplements for making this possible. Your generosity and commitment to supporting the wider equestrian community really do make a difference. It’s wonderful to see companies investing in initiatives that improve accessibility, inclusion and safety within our sport.

And, of course, a huge thank you to everyone at RDA Causeway Coast & Glens for the fantastic work you do. We’re delighted to play a small part in supporting you!

💙 SVS Equine | Shanaghan Veterinary Services - Dr Esther Skelly-Smith FRCVS

22/08/2026

🐴 A little something from the other side of life at SVS Equine today… 🐑

When we’re not working with horses, Shanaghan Hill Farm is a major part of our lives — and today is Lamb & Local 2026!

We’re opening the farm for a celebration of local food, farming and rural life, bringing together some fantastic Northern Irish farmers, food producers, rural organisations and small businesses.

If you’re looking for somewhere to go today, there’s plenty happening:

🍴 Local food producers & plenty to eat
🐑 Shanaghan Hill Farm grass-fed lamb
👩‍🍳 Live cookery demonstrations
🎶 Live music
🌱 Farming, wildlife & countryside stands
💬 Talks and panel discussions
🛍️ Local produce & crafts
❤️ Supporting Air Ambulance Northern Ireland

📍 Shanaghan Hill Farm, Katesbridge, Co. Down
🕚 TODAY | 11am–4pm
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

We spend most of our working week talking horses — today we’re talking sheep, food and farming! 🐴➡️🐑

If any of our SVS Equine clients and friends are nearby, come along and say hello. And definitely come hungry!



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15/08/2026

Day 4 at the Dressage Ireland National Championships 🐴🇮🇪

Another busy day showcasing some of our favourites from Science Supplements, Pure Feed and EquiBall — supporting horses from the inside out, both at home and at competition. ✨

13/08/2026

A busy competition atmosphere can be a lot for some horses — and that’s where ProKalm from Science Supplements UK can really help. 🐴✨

Designed to support a calm, relaxed and focused attitude without taking away from performance, ProKalm has been getting plenty of interest here at the Dressage Ireland National Championships.

The ProKalm syringes are also a really handy option for travelling, competition days or those moments when your horse needs a little extra support.

12/08/2026

Delighted to be back and sponsoring the Dressage Ireland National Championships at Necarne.

We are set up just outside the Courtyard and feel free to stop by, have a chat and ask any questions about Science Supplements UK or The Pure Feed Company

Wishing all our customers every success over the next few days.

11/08/2026

🐴 SVS Equine at the Dressage Ireland National Championships 2026 🇮🇪

We’re delighted to be attending and sponsoring the Dressage Ireland National Championships Festival at Castle Irvine, 12th–16th August.

At SVS Equine, our focus is simple: providing evidence-based products and practical solutions to support equine health, wellbeing and performance.

Founded in 2020, SVS Equine was created with a strong scientific ethos. We believe that products used for competition horses should be selected on the quality of the evidence behind them — not simply on marketing claims.

We are proud to be the official Irish distributor for Science Supplements, distributors of Pure Feed, and Northern Ireland agents for Equilume Performance Lighting.

Throughout the Championships, come and meet us to discuss:

🔬 Evidence-based supplementation
💪 Joint and musculoskeletal support
🌾 Feeding and nutrition for performance horses
🫁 Respiratory and gastrointestinal support
🧠 Managing behaviour and competition-day focus
🏇 Conditioning and rehabilitation
💡 Equilume performance lighting

Whether you are competing at the Championships, supporting a rider or simply passionate about getting the best from your horse, please come over and say hello.

We’re looking forward to five days celebrating Irish dressage and the horses and riders at the centre of the sport.

📍 Castle Irvine, Necarne
📅 12–16 August 2026
🌐 www.svsequine.co.uk

SVS Equine — Evidence-Based Equine Solutions

29/06/2026

We were proud to be part of a truly memorable day as Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited Shanaghan Veterinary Services and Shanaghan Hill Farm for the British Horse Society Ireland Equine Futures Day.

The event showcased the future of horse care, bringing together veterinary professionals, riders and industry leaders to discuss evidence-based approaches to equine welfare, nutrition, parasite control, rehabilitation and sustainable horse management.

These principles closely align with the ethos of SVS Equine. We are passionate about supporting horse owners with trusted products, expert advice and practical solutions that promote health, performance and long-term wellbeing.

Thank you to The British Horse Society Ireland, everyone who attended, and all those who contributed to such an inspiring day focused on the future of our industry.

📸 Photography: Andrew Towe – Parkway Photography.

27/05/2026

Discover the Pure Feed range at SVS Equine.

From good doers and horses in light work, to those needing condition, stamina or performance support, the Pure Feed range offers simple, complete nutrition designed around different horses and different workloads.

The complete range is available from SVS EQUINE. Visit our website or contact us for more information

www.svsequine.co.uk

The Pure Feed Company

05/01/2026

Linseed: simple, effective nutrition that actually works.

Micronised linseed remains one of the most evidence-based ways to add safe calories, omega-3 fatty acids, and non-heating energy to the equine diet.

✔ Supports weight gain and topline
✔ Improves coat and skin condition via omega-3 dominance
✔ Low sugar and starch – suitable for horses that need calories without behavioural fallout
✔ More physiologically appropriate than vegetable oils (omega-3 : omega-6 balance matters)

At SVS Equine, we recommend linseed routinely for:
• Poor doers
• Horses lacking coat bloom
• Those needing condition without excitability
• Diets where starch needs to stay low

No gimmicks. Just sound nutrition.

📍 Available now from SVS Equine
🌐 www.svsequine.co.uk

📞 Contact us for feeding guidance tailored to your horse

28/10/2025

🌟 Huge congratulations to our own Dr Esther Skelly-Smith on being named NEWC Volunteer of the Year 2025! 🏆

A well-deserved recognition for her tireless commitment to improving equine welfare across Ireland and the UK. We’re proud to see her dedication to horses — both in the field and beyond — making such a positive impact. 🐴💙

Read Esther’s full post below 👇
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🌟 Honoured and humbled to receive the NEWC Volunteer of the Year Award 2025 🌟

I’m deeply grateful to the National Equine Welfare Council (NEWC) for this recognition, and to all those across Northern Ireland and beyond who share a passion for improving equine welfare.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who continues to keep equine welfare high on the agenda — your support and shared determination make all the difference.

“Volunteer of the Year – Dr Esther Skelly-Smith (North of Ireland Veterinary Association - NIVA)

Esther has been an outstanding advocate for equine welfare in Northern Ireland and across the British Isles. She organised the first all-island Equine Welfare Symposium in 2024, bringing together horse owners, vets, farriers, charities, and government representatives. Through follow-up reports, stakeholder meetings, and ongoing initiatives, Esther continues to champion equine welfare, ensuring that discussion and action remain high on the agenda.”