Equine Care
PREPURCHASE EXAMINATIONS (PPE)
Just as a surveyor inspects a house before it is bought, we recommend that a horse be thoroughly examined before purchase. A full 5 stage examination is necessary to declare a horse 'sound' and insurers expect to see such a certificate if they are covering for veterinary fees or if the value of the horse is high.
Some purchasers ask only for the shorter 2 stage examination which is thorough but limited in scope, and it is not possible to assess adequately the heart, wind and limbs. We will however perform whichever examination the purchaser requests. Please refer to the PPE description below to learn more about the two and five stage examinations.