MerlinVet at the Royal Highland Show 2024
May 6, 2024
MerlinVet will be at the Royal Highland Show on Thursday 20th – Sunday 23rd June 2024 at Ingliston, Edinburgh
MerlinVet will be sponsoring The RHS RelyneGI Highland Challenge alongside Relyne and the Hampshire Down sheep class judging.
The showjumping class will take place on Thursday 20th June at 11.00 in the Jubilee Ring, while the Hampshire Down sheep judging will be at 09.00 on Friday 21st June. Make sure you get down to both of these!
The RHS RelyneGI Highland Challenge sponsored by MerlinVet
To be judged 11.00 on Thursday 20th June in the Jubilee Ring.
Prizes: 1st £450; 2nd £350; 3rd £250; 4th £200; 5th £75; 6th £50
For Registered Horses. To be ridden by adult, associate or junior members
Under Table “A4”. Speed 375 metres per minute. Approximate Height of Fences 1.35m
Entries in this class are limited to a maximum of 2 horses per rider. Preference will be given to those also entered in Classes 3, 5 and 10 in accordance with Regulation 9 & 10. Total number may be restricted.
Entry Fee: £50.00, which must be paid at time of entry
View the full showjumping schedule here.
Hampshire Down Sponsored by MerlinVet
To be judged at 09.00 on Friday 21st Jun
Judge: Mrs Alison Halcrow, Kettering, Northamptonshire
Please note Sheep Regulation 51: Where there is a Flock Book, all sheep must be entered or be eligible for entry in that Flock Book. Exhibitors need not be members of the Breed Society
81 RAM, two shear or above
82 SHEARLING RAM, shorn bare on or after 1st March in current year
83 RAM LAMB, born on or after 1st December in the previous year
84 AGED EWE, to have reared a lamb in current year
85 SHEARLING EWE, shorn bare on or after 1st March in current year
86 EWE LAMB, born on or after 1st December in previous year
View the full livestock schedule here
For tickets to the Royal Highland Show and for more information, please click here

MerlinVet will be exhibiting at the VET Trust Conference 2025 which will be taking place on Tuesday 3rd – Wednesday 4th June at the Stirling Court Hotel in Stirling. The conference aims “to provide topical and useful education targeted at Veterinary Surgeons in practice in a setting where there is ample opportunity to meet informally with speakers, colleagues, pharmaceutical and equipment representatives.” There will be several different streams at the conference, including equine, companion animal, nurse, and production animal. The AGM will be held on the Tuesday at 17.15 with the conference dinner taking place afterwards from 19.00 onwards. You can book your conference tickets here . You’ll be able to meet with representatives of the team covering MerlinVet-cel , MerlinSPS , and MerlinVet UK. About Vet Trust: VET Trust is a non-profit making, charitable organisation. It is run by a board of directors with the objective of providing, promoting, encouraging, and advancing the continuing education of those involved in alleviating the suffering of animals and who are engaged in or associated with the practice of the art and science of veterinary medicine and surgery.

Millpledge Veterinary is pleased to announce a new direct sales partnership with MerlinVet-Cel Buying Group, effective 1st April 2025. This collaboration is set to enhance access to Millpledge’s high-quality veterinary supplies for MerlinVet-Cel’s extensive network of veterinary practices across the UK. By joining forces, Millpledge and MerlinVet-Cel aim to streamline procurement processes, providing competitive pricing with rebates, improved availability of essential products—including bandages, syringes, and pharmaceuticals—and a more efficient supply chain. This partnership reflects Millpledge’s ongoing commitment to supporting veterinary professionals with reliable, high-quality solutions and aligns with MerlinVet-Cel’s dedication to delivering exceptional value to its members, ultimately fostering better care for animals nationwide. For details on how to sign up for your direct account, please visit the Millpledge supplier page on the MerlinVet-Cel members' site.

We are thrilled to announce Samaxia as a new partner for MerlinVet-cel Buying Group, offering exclusive UK non-prescription pet health products to all members. As a dedicated family-run team, mother and son, Sam and Max (and occasionally roping in Justin – still smarting that his names not included in the company!) have passionately built Samaxia over the past two years. Committed to personalised service, Samaxia are excited to meet MerlinVet-cel members virtually or face to face. No matter where you are in the country, they’re happy to connect with you, ensuring your practice can fully benefit from their innovative health solutions for pets and unique novel practice disinfectants. . Discover the full range of Samaxia’s products below. Visit the Samaxia website here . Contact Samaxia here . MerlinVet-cel members can benefit from discounts on a number of products through Samaxia. To find out more, please check your latest MerlinVet-cel Member Newsletter or visit the Portal . If you're not yet a member of MerlinVet-cel, but would like to benefit from joining our Buying Group, please contact us today.