WELCOME TO OUR BRAND NEW WEBSITE!
EVDS are users and suppliers of quality equine dental instruments and tools.
As horse owning professionals being privileged to work in this industry, we care – a lot!
Through walking our talk in the EVDS Vet Clinic, using cutting edge technology and dental equipment such as the PowerFloat, Terafloat, Clear View dental scopes, luxators, forceps, spreaders, fulcrums, elevators, blades, discs, burrs etc every day, we are well positioned to be able to confidently offer a large variety of our preferred equine dental instruments and diagnostic tools to our veterinary colleagues.
As a functioning equine vet practice, with access to the above instruments, we are able to co-ordinate and conduct post graduate teaching workshops for veterinarians in the field of equine dentistry. From horse handling, sedation, nerve blocks, clinical exam, basic oral examination to wolf teeth and canine teeth, premolar and molar teeth, caps, gums (periodontal disease), tooth extraction, correct use and maintenance of equipment etc, we pride ourselves on sending our attendees home competent and confident! In these wet labs events, we have experts from our country, and international at times, come in to teach the post graduate material.
PLUS, each 4-5 years, we consolidate the changes and improvements in the equine dental world and host the Toothfest International Conference, scheduled to run again in 2027.
Welcome to EVDS
EVDS is an equine-only veterinary practice founded in 2002 by Dr Oliver Liyou. Located on a 60-acre property in South Grafton, NSW, EVDS offer an extensive suite of preventative and elective procedures at their purpose-built facility, and via limited travel appointments.
The objective of EVDS is to deliver and champion first class and comprehensive equine veterinary services in the Clarence Valley, increasing the overall health and wellbeing of pleasure and performance horses in our region. Our team strive to deliver individualized care to each client and horse, always upholding our core values of respect, honesty and willingness to go the extra mile. As horse owners or enthusiasts, they understand the dedication and energy required to own, train and care for horses.
Our veterinary team have extensive training and knowledge in equine dentistry, lameness, internal medicine and reproduction. EVDS have invested substantial resources in the best equipment and training in order to provide maximum value to our clients.
EVDS are proud to be the leading training centre in Australia for equine dentistry. Our highly sought-after workshops, seminars and teaching programs are offered exclusively to licensed equine veterinarians. Our training programs are our way of helping to promote improved equine welfare across the country and around the world.
The EVDS Team
Dr Oliver Liyou
BVSC (HONS1) MANZCVSC (EQ DENT)
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Dr Oliver graduated from Uni of Qld in 1993 and is the principle veterinarian and business owner of EVDS which he founded in 2002. Having grown up around horses, Dr Liyou has a passion for helping owners to help their horses and enjoys all equine vet work – despite focussing on dentistry.
Since 2002, Oliver has co-ordinated and hosted equine dentistry training workshops for equine vets from all over the world. He has authored several scientific papers and lectured on equine dentistry in most states of Australia, at AVA, AEVA and Aust College Science Week Functions, to vets in China, along with writing many articles for horse magazines to raise awareness of welfare in horses.
Oliver has co-designed many equine dental instruments including the Porta-Safe-Stock trailer, which has been supplied to vets in all states of Australia. He developed his own brand of dental instruments and launched the EVDS webstore in 2005 to service the need for quality equine vet dentistry tools in Australia and New Zealand.
Oliver loves his work but also loves spending time with family and friends, watching rugby league, playing with his horses, boating and most things outdoors and fun.
Lara Johnston
Practice Manager
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Lara has been with EVDS since October 2018 as our CFO and Practice Manager. She grew up in Kulnura on the Central Coast, moving to Armidale for University in 2012. There she completed 12 months on campus before deciding to study via distance and work full-time at New England Girls School. After a short stint back on the coast, her partner and her now live permanently in Grafton (with their rescue cat Milo, Jack Russell Harry, Clydie X Tommy, and Standardbred Yoshi), where they plan on staying for the long haul.
Lara has a professional background in business development, systems development and bookkeeping.
If she isn’t with her horses, she spends her spare time exploring the local area, or working with her partner James on their long list of home improvements!
Elke Keep
Dental Instrument Sales
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Elke grew up on an Arabian Horse Stud in Tasmania, before moving to Grafton with her partner and step-son, via a stop in Mackay QLD. She joined EVDS in September 2018 as our super star Receptionist. After returning from maternity leave in 202, Elke now manages our Dental Instruments department.
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Elke prides herself on being able to help clients with any issue as well as assisting vets in choosing the right equipment purchases for their clinics.
Elke is a keen netballer and spends her spare time with family, friends and her two dogs, Toby & Tojo.
Chani Farrell
Reception
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Chani joined the EVDS team in 2021 as our receptionist where she has thrived. Coming from a medical receptionist background, Chani is a positive and professional voice on the other end of the phone, always going the extra mile for our clients.
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Chani is a local girl, growing up in the coastal town of Minnie Waters. Her, and her partner, Ryan, enjoy working on their property and packing their three kids up of a weekend and heading off to find an adventure.
Imogen Porter
Vet Nurse
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Imogen joined the EVDS team at the start of 2018 as a veterinary nurse. She has completed numerous qualifications including Cert I Horse Industry, Cert II Agriculture, Cert III Animal Studies and Cert IV Veterinary Nursing.
She has always had a keen interest and involvement with horses, having worked and volunteered at several different veterinary clinics and riding/competing in show jumping at ag shows since she was five. She lives just 10 mins from the EVDS clinic with “too many horses, too many dogs and too many chooks!”
Elly Shipman
Assistant Vet Nurse
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Elly grew up on her family’s farm on the outskirts of Glenreagh. In 2017, while undertaking her HSC studies, Elly began working for EVDS as an assistant vet nurse. Elly was the 2018 Grafton Showgirl and is now completing her formal qualifications to become an Equine Vet Nurse.
Elly works at EVDS full-time and enjoys spending her spare time attending Campdrafts and Team Penning. She has a herd of horses she competes regularly, and is adored by her trusty sidekick, Milly the Jack Russell.
Holly Lockwood
Vet Nurse
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Holly joined the EVDS team in late 2020 as a casual vet nurse. Originally from Woolgoolga, Holly lived on-and-off in the Hunter Valley prior to working at our clinic, attending Tocal Agricultural College, then working on large Thoroughbred studs.
Holly and her partner now have a small Thoroughbred breeding program on their own property in the Clarence Valley, which along with their identical twin girls, keeps them very busy.
When they can, Holly and her family enjoy travelling, camping and exploring the local beaches.
Matthew Walsh
Grounds Keeper/Stable Hand
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Matt joined EVDS at the beginning of 2020 as our Groundskeeper and Stablehand. He much prefers being outside in the fresh air, so enjoys the freedom and challenge of working at EVDS, always looking for ways to make the property look and perform better.
Matt and his partner have three sons, and a granddaughter. He takes great pride in maintaining the grounds of EVDS, always ensuring our clients arrive to a beautifully presented property.
Chris Spry
Powerfloat Fabricator
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Chris was first introduced to EVDS when he installed air-conditioning into Oliver’s house. He and Oliver got to talking about Powerfloats and Chris’s mechanical mind along with his “mad scientist” nature was drawn to the challenge of working out how to service/repair and solve the problems that others had put into the “too hard basket”!
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He implemented the “7 day turnaround” for Powerfloat repairs and also developed a unique conversion system for the old style 14v Powerfloat drills so that they can interchange shafts. Chris’s favourite mantra is “There is always a way!”
Whilst not working, Chris enjoys boating, flying, surfing, camping and dancing.
Services
Healthy Horse Dental Party
Healthy Horse Dental Parties (HHDP) are a great way for horse owners to save on the cost of their horse’s dental and vet care, whilst building relationships and networks with other horse owners in their area.
Below is our price saving guide for hosting and/or attending a HHDP in your area.
6 – 9 Horses
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50% off the cost of travel
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50% off ONE dental for the party host
10 – 16 Horses
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75% off the cost of travel
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ONE free dental for the party host
As a HHDP Host you will,
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Contact EVDS to book a date
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Put the word out – the more the merrier!
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Collate the details of each horse/owner combo
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What services they will require on the day
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Email all final details to reception ONE month prior to your date
P.S. Friends, horses, vet, drinks, nibbles and fun games!
Book your EVDS Healthy Horse Dental Party Date NOW...
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Call (02) 66 424 700 or email vets@evds.net.au​
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STALLION AT STUD
Bromac Aladar: an Australian Stock Horse of Exceptional Quality
Temperament
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Excellent - Very Quiet and Cool yet very responsive under saddle
Conformation
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Excellent 15.2 HH, a great looking horse from all aspects
Movement
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Extremely Agile Horse with great movement and athleticism
Progeny
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Over 250 foals on the ground, all with looks and temperament like Dad
Breeding
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By Yarranoo Stroller (deceased) by Star Black Minstril Out of Bromac Ebony by Peppys Doc Bar Q-59705
Peppy's Doc Bar's sire, Peppy San, and dam, Fizzabar, were both inducted into US Cutting Horse Association Hall of Fame. Bromac Ebony's maternal grandsire Bar Joe was by Dickie Bar Joe out of a Dell Mingo Mare.
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2022 EVDS Aladar Breeding Contract
Service Fee:
$1320 including GST, LFG.
Excludes preparation of the mare for service including follicle test and post service scans.
Chilled semen available for $990 including GST. Plus shipping costs.
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Enquiries & Bookings:
Call (02) 66 424 700 or email vets@evds.net.au
