We offer first opinion equine veterinary care with emphasis on sports medicine and performance issues. We provide the highest standards in equine sports medicine to maximise the athletic potential and welfare of the horse. We are purely ambulatory, treating horses at your premises.
We are, and will always be, an independent firm. All of the advice we give, every procedure we perform and every treatment we prescribe is in yours and your horses best interest.
We are based in the Cotswolds but our operating radius is fairly big and we regularly perform private vettings abroad. Give us a call and we will do our best to attend your horse as soon as we can.
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We take pride in having assisted a diverse array of clients throughout the UK. Over the years, we have compiled a collection of kind words from our customers.
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We want to help get your horses racing fit. To register your interest in our services, please fill out the booking form and a member of our team will be in touch to support you.
Book an appointmentWe offer first opinion equine veterinary care with emphasis on sports medicine and performance issues. We provide the highest standards in equine sports medicine to maximise the athletic potential and welfare of the horse.
We are purely ambulatory, treating horses at your premises.
We are, and will always be, an independent firm. All of the advice we give, every procedure we perform and every treatment we prescribe is in the best interest of you and your horse.
Our services include everything from routine care and lameness investigations to advanced diagnostics, regenerative therapies and emergency call-outs. We are always aiming to keep your horse healthy, sound and performing at their best. Services include:
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Read moreWe offer first opinion equine veterinary care with emphasis on sports medicine and performance issues. We are purely ambulatory, treating horses at your premises.
Here’s what our customers say about our equine veterinary care and support.
“Paolo and his team provide a highly professional service that draws on their vast equine experience. Whether it is vetting horses at the sales in the UK, Ireland or France, or travelling to vet horses that are being sourced privately they can be relied upto to provide informed and reliable advice….”
Dan Astbury
Agent
“Guasco and Associates have a first class team of professional, experienced and enthusiastic vets whom we can call upon day and night for all aspects of Studwork at our breeding…”
Simon Balding
Throckmorton Stud
“We are delighted to use Guasco and Associates as our vet at the yard as they are always incredibly helpful and reliable along with great knowledge and…”
Chris Barber
Chris Barber Racing
“We have used Paolo and his team of vets since we started a few years ago and we couldn’t be happier with the service provided. Highly professional and knowledgeable people who are always happy to go above and beyond. We couldn’t recommend the whole team highly enough from foals all the way to…”
Luca Morgan
Sandall House
“We’ve been using Guasco and Associates for a number of years now and couldn’t be happier, they are 100% committed to the welfare of our horses. As a relatively new racehorse trainer, Paolo has helped me grow my business immensely with his advice and planning. His attention to details is second…”
Sam Allwood
Sam Allwood Racing
“Guasco and Associates is an excellent practice. All the team have excellent knowledge and have been a great help with our racehorses in training and our breeding program too. They are always on the end of the phone straightaway and have proved to be extremely conscientious all the way…”
Tom Gretton
Tom Gretton Racing
“I’ve used Guasco and Associates for all our sales vetting and couldn’t be happier with the service. They’re thorough, reliable, and always professional — a team I trust completely when it comes to assessing horses for our clients. Their attention to detail and honest evaluations make them…”
Ed Bailey
Ed Bailey Bloodstock
“We’ve had the pleasure of working with Guasco and Associates as our veterinary partners at Urloxhey Stables, and their expertise, professionalism, and dedication have been invaluable to the success of our yard. Whether it’s routine checks, lameness investigations, or supporting us on…”
Jamie Insole & Dr Richard Newland
Urloxhey Stables
“Great service with knowledgeable vets. Paolo and his team are very enthusiastic; they take great care and knowledge into their work. I feel our horses are in great…”
Matt & Felicity Hampton
Braysdown Stables
“Paolo and his team have been fantastic to work with, with a 24/7 response and service. Always switched on and getting the job done, whether this is at the sales or with regards to export preparations. I can only recommend them greatly and truly enjoy working with…”
Stephen Vogt
Global Equine Transport
“Paolo and the team offer a top-notch service, and we fully trust their knowledge and experience with our horses. They go above and beyond to solve a problem and are always on the end of the phone. We couldn’t recommend them highly…”
Ryan & Hannah Mahon
Ryan Mahon Bloodstock
“Paolo’s veterinary practice has become invaluable in our organisation of training and prepping young horses into all spheres of competition life. A few words to describe him: proficient, efficient, innovative, up to date, cost effective, uses latest technology, excellent at diagnosis and…”
Mandy & Willie Bryan
W.Bryan Horse Services Ltd
“Paolo has helped me with my horse’s welfare for over 10 years and has proven to be fantastically knowledgeable, approachable and reliable. Nothing is too much trouble; he is very efficient and always picks up the…”
Kate Cowell
Kate Cowell Dressage
“I have known Paolo for many years. Before Paolo went out on his own, our paths crossed on several occasions through veterinary needs, which is thankfully how we became friends, and when he started on his own I was very keen to have him on our side as our vet. His knowledge and experience is second…”
Neil Mulholland
Neil Mulholland Racing
“Guasco and Associates have been fantastic since they started doing work for us. Paolo and his team couldn’t be more helpful and friendly, fitting in when it best suits us. He even came on a Saturday as a one off. They are always on call to answer the phone with any queries and advice on…”
Oliver Greenall
Greenall Guerriero Racing
“Guasco and Associates are a pleasure to work with. Professional, diligent and with an extraordinary depth of expertise. We couldn’t recommend Paolo and his team highly…”
Dan Skelton
Dan Skelton Racing
“We have used Paolo for the last 4 years now. He provides an extremely professional service. Always cheery and we couldn’t recommend him highly…”
Tom & Gina Ellis
G & T Racing
“Guasco and Associates has worked with Olly Murphy Racing for several seasons now and provides us with a first-class service. They are a small, personal team who are friendly, professional and efficient and help to keep our horses in fantastic…”
Olly Murphy
Olly Murphy Warren Chase Stables
“Our relationship with Paolo and all his team has gone from strength to strength since we started using his services. He is always on the end of a telephone, extremely reliable and, above all, his expertise and diligence when examining our horses is second to none, with our successes on the…”
Melanie & Phil Rowley
Rowley Racing
Guasco and Associates
Unit 1 & 2 North
Upper Slaughter Business Centre
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 2JJ
Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm
Office: +44(0)1527 591047
24hr emergency service: +44(0)1527 591047
