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Dressage Duo Anna and Roo Back Test-Based Worm Control
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Dressage Duo Anna and Roo Back Test-Based Worm Control

New Ambassador for Horse Health

We're thrilled to welcome dressage rider ‘anna.r.dressage’ on board as an official ambassador to promote the benefits of targeted parasite control for equine health and the environment. Learn more about Anna and Roo and their plans for championing test-based parasite control!

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Westgate Labs Strengthens Leadership for a Sustainable Future
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Westgate Labs Strengthens Leadership for a Sustainable Future

Appointment of Operations Director

Celebrating 26 years in business, Westgate Labs has recorded its busiest year to date. To build on this momentum and ensure continued success, Westgate Labs is strengthening its leadership team with a key promotion.

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Westgate Labs Service Comparison
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Westgate Labs Service Comparison

Making The Right Choice: Subscription Service Or Season Packs?

We understand that responsible parasite control is essential for the health and wellbeing of your horse. With this in mind, we offer two comprehensive service options designed to make testing easy and effective: the 4Count Plus Season Pack and our All Seasons Subscription Service. Learn which one suits you best!

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Winter Worm Counting Myth busted!
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Winter Worm Counting Myth busted!

why a worm egg count in winter is useful

There's a common misconception that worm egg counts shouldn’t be used over winter as ‘worms aren’t active’ and ‘small redworm are all encysted’ in the gut wall - therefore not egg laying to be counted in a test. Our response? Well, not quite…

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A milestone year for Westgate Labs!
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A milestone year for Westgate Labs!

Our 2024 in Review

This year has been one of celebration, growth, and unforgettable moments, and we couldn’t have done it without you! Here are just a few of the highlights:

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EARLY BIRD Extras 2025
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EARLY BIRD Extras 2025

Price FREEZE & Lucky Dip!

Stock Up on Test Kits, and Enjoy a Free Lucky Dip with Every Purchase This Month!

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Job Vacancy for a Trainee Laboratory Technician
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Job Vacancy for a Trainee Laboratory Technician

Could you be our next team member?

We're recruiting for a new lab technician to join us in our lab near Morpeth, Northumberland, on the frontline of animal health. if you fancy a new start in the new year please read on!

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Winter Parasite Control 2024/25
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Winter Parasite Control 2024/25

What's the best approach for your horse's risk?

Are you treating or testing for the possibility of encysted small redworm this year? Our advice on how to approach parasite control for your horse(s) at this time of year depends on their CANTER Risk Profile. Decide if your horses are low, medium or high and follow our easy to use flow chart to decide your options!

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Christmas Opening Hours 2024
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Christmas Opening Hours 2024

For the laboratory and office

Over the Christmas Holidays our lab and office will be operating a reduced hours service but we’ll test all samples, report results and send any shop orders each day there is a post. We'll be back to our normal hours from Monday 6th January 2025.

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