AmRose Equestrian Retirement Home

24/08/2026

A lovely little job to suit anyone with some time on a Sunday but doesn’t want to lose their whole day!
Perfect to still fit in family time, studies or just time to R&R!!

Our Sunday groom is off to Uni….it’s the perfect role for local student with equine experience or someone wanting to earn some extra cash!

AM - approx 3hrs maybe a bit more in winter.

PM- approx 2hrs maybe more in winter.

Potentially the afternoons only could be an option for someone who fancies a few hours horsing around as I’ve had interest by someone who can only commit to a morning.

PM me if interested. Must have Equine experience.
Would also suit someone local due to the twice a day shifts. We are in Great Missenden.

10/08/2026

🌟 Sunday freelance groom wanted 🌟

Our lovely Sunday mother / daughter duo finish at the end of August as it’s time to head off to University.

We are looking for Sunday mornings approx 3hrs and approx 2hrs in afternoon (may vary during seasons)….

05/08/2026

We very sadly lost one of our lovely retirees, we are super sad to say good bye but it’s the nature of what we do 😢 never gets any easier though 💔😭

This has created an opportunity for another lovely retiree to come and retire with us.

A gelding would be preferable but we do have the potential to make a 2nd mare group so we are opening it up to both options at the moment 🐴

27/06/2026

Thank you and well done to the AmRose Grooms! 👌🏼🙏🙌🏼

A tough week taking care of the horses.

Owners - horses all done well 🥰

🐴 They have been cooled off 💦🪣💧🚿

🐴 They have had added salt to feeds🧂

🐴 bottle loads of fly spray and cream 🪰

🐴 suncream on their noses ☀️🧴

Thankfully cooler today 🙏☀️

23/06/2026

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☀️ Heatwave Alert – Keep Your Horse Cool & Comfortable 🐴💧

With temperatures soaring, it’s important to help your horse stay safe during the heatwave.
Here are our top tips:

💦 Provide constant access to fresh, clean water – Check buckets and troughs regularly, as horses will drink much more in hot weather.

🌳 Offer shade – Whether in the field or stable, ensure your horse has somewhere to escape the direct sun.

🌅 Adjust exercise times – Ride early in the morning or later in the evening when temperatures are cooler, and reduce intensity where needed.

🚿 Cool them down properly – Hose with cool water after exercise or if they’re overheating, repeating until they are cool.

🧂 Replace lost electrolytes – Horses sweating heavily may benefit from electrolyte supplementation. Speak to us if you’re unsure what’s suitable.

🌾 Monitor grazing and flies – Heat can increase fly activity, so use appropriate fly protection and keep an eye on pasture conditions.

⚠️ Know the signs of heat stress:
> Excessive sweating (or no sweating despite being hot)
> Rapid breathing
> Lethargy/ weakness
> High temperature
> Reluctance to move.

If you’re concerned, contact your vet immediately.

We’re here to help keep your horse healthy and happy throughout the hot weather. If you have any concerns or would like advice, don’t hesitate to get in touch with the CM Equine Vets team.

Stay safe, stay cool, and give your horses a little extra care this week. ❤️🐴

16/06/2026

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🐴 🪱Worming & Worm Egg Counts:
Are You Staying One Step Ahead? 🪱🐴

With the warm temperatures and wet conditions we’ve been experiencing recently, parasite larvae can thrive on pasture, increasing the risk of horses picking up a worm burden. This makes now an ideal time to review your horse’s worm control plan.

🌱 Why are Worm Egg Counts (WEC) so important?

Regular worm egg counts help identify whether your horse actually needs worming, allowing for a targeted approach rather than routine treatment. This not only protects your horse’s health but also helps reduce the growing problem of wormer resistance.

A high worm burden can lead to:
❗ Weight loss
❗ Poor coat condition
❗ Reduced performance
❗ Colic and digestive upset
❗ General ill health

✅ Our top tips for parasite control this grazing season:
🔹 Perform regular worm egg counts
( We offer in-house WEC)
🔹 Only worm when necessary based on results and risk assessment
🔹 Remove droppings from paddocks at least twice weekly
🔹Avoid overgrazing and overcrowding fields
🔹 Rotate grazing where possible
🔹 Ensure all horses on the yard follow a sensible parasite control programme

Remember, effective parasite control isn’t just about reaching for a wormer—it’s about using the right treatment at the right time.

📞 If you’re unsure when your horse last had a worm egg count or would like advice on creating a tailored parasite control plan, get in touch with CM Equine Vets.
CM Equine offer in house WEC’s 🪱 to support keeping your horses healthy, happy and protected throughout the grazing season.

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02/06/2026

We feel so lucky every year that these beautiful fun birds come back and nest at AmRose!
This video is in one of the shelters 🥰

🌍 Did You Know? 🐦

Every year, swallows make one of the most remarkable journeys in the natural world, migrating between South Africa and the UK.

These tiny birds travel up to 10,000 km (6,200 miles) each way, crossing deserts, mountains, and seas to return to the same breeding grounds year after year. Despite weighing less than 25 grams, they navigate thousands of miles with incredible accuracy.

Swallows arrive in the UK during spring to breed and raise their young, before heading back to the warmer climates of southern Africa for the winter.

Their epic migration is a powerful reminder of the extraordinary endurance and instinct found in nature.

02/06/2026

🐴 FREELANCE GROOM WANTED 🐴

Amrose Equestrian Retirement Home is looking for a reliable and experienced Freelance Groom to join our friendly team.

📍 Presswood, Great Missenden

📅 From the end of October to the end of March

🍁 Hours:• Mornings- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday. Approximately 2–3 hours.
📌Ideal for a groom local to the area to fit around existing work commitments•
🤲 Working alongside our current groom

Duties may include supporting our current groom with:
• Feeding and caring for all retired horses
• Mucking out
• Turning out/bringing in horses
• Filling haynets and water
• General yard duties
• Haying winter paddocks
• Maintaining high standards of horse care

We are looking for someone who is confident around horses, hardworking, reliable, and able to work efficiently as part of a team.

For more information please send us a message!

Amrose Equestrian Retirement Home📍 Presswood, Great Missenden

01/06/2026

🐴Equine Flu-Is Your Horse Protected?🐴

Equine Influenza (Equine Flu) is a highly contagious respiratory disease that can spread rapidly between horses — even those with limited contact with others.

Signs to watch for include:
✔️ High temperature
✔️ Coughing
✔️ Nasal discharge
✔️ Lethargy
✔️ Loss of appetite

With an increase in confirmed cases, we are recommending 6-monthly Equine Flu vaccinations for horses most at risk, including those that compete regularly.

Regular vaccination not only helps protect your horse but also reduces the risk of outbreaks within the wider equine community.

We particularly recommend discussing 6-monthly vaccinations if your horse:

🔹 Competes regularly
🔹 Is elderly, young, or clinically vulnerable

📞 Call 01628 950700 to book a vaccination appointment or to discuss your horse’s preventative healthcare plan with our team.