Run by Stef Harris, a former equine veterinary surgeon, Harris Hounds offers professional, knowledgeable and personalised equine care, giving you peace of mind that your horses are in experienced and caring hands.
I qualified as a veterinary surgeon (Nottingham, 2015) and have since had many years of experience working in equine practice, alongside ongoing roles within the veterinary industry and charities such as the Blue Cross. I also spent 12 months in a specialist equine hospital in California completing my internship!
Whether you need holiday cover or an extra pair of experienced hands, you can relax knowing your horse is in safe, knowledgeable, and caring hands.
Turnout & Bringing In
Mucking Out & Yard Duties
Services can include:
Mucking out and bedding down
Hay and haynet preparation
Filling and checking water
Feeding and preparing feeds
Rug changes
General stable and yard tidying
Poo-picking
Holiday & Full-Care Cover
Our holiday care can include:
Morning and evening visits
Feeding, hay and fresh water
Turnout and bringing in
Mucking out
Rug changes as required
Daily welfare checks
Updates and photos for reassurance
Medication & Additional Care
We can discuss routine medication administration, additional welfare checks and support for horses with specific care requirements, subject to the nature of the care needed and appropriate arrangements being in place.
Vet & Farrier Attendance
Can't get away from work for a veterinary or farrier appointment?
We can attend by prior arrangement to bring your horse in, prepare them, hold them where appropriate and provide assistance during routine appointments.
Grooming & Exercise
Additional services such as grooming, in-hand walking and groundwork may be available by arrangement, depending on your horse's needs, temperament and the work required.
Our Equine Services
Travel Charges
Harris Hounds is based in Wixford, Alcester, and we are delighted to provide equine care throughout the surrounding area.
Travel within 3 miles of Wixford is included in our standard service prices.
For yards located further afield, the following additional travel charges apply per visit:
Over 3–5 miles: £3
Over 5–8 miles: £5
Over 8–12 miles: £8
Over 12 miles: Quoted individually
Distances are calculated using the practical driving route from our Wixford base.
For regular bookings, multiple daily visits or extended holiday care, a personalised travel rate may be available.
All travel charges will be confirmed before your booking is accepted.
Why Choose Harris Hounds?
Veterinary-qualified professional
Lifelong experience with horses
Fully insured & DBS checked
Calm, confident and reliable handling
Care tailored to your horse’s routine
Getting Started
Before accepting a new equine care booking, we arrange an initial meeting at your yard to get to know you and your horses.
This gives us an opportunity to discuss their daily routine, feeding requirements, handling preferences, medical needs and emergency arrangements, ensuring we can provide the best possible care.
Whether you need occasional assistance, regular yard support or holiday cover, we'd love to hear from you.
Get in touch to discuss your horses' needs and request a personalised quote.
📍 Based in Wixford, Alcester, Warwickshire
📧 harris.hounds.walks@gmail.com
📞 07825 345204
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Turnout:
1 horse: £10
2 horses: £15
Bring In:
1 horse: £10
2 horses: £15
Mucking Out:
Per stable: £10
Additional stable at same yard: £8
Feeding, Hay & Water Check (short visit):
From £10
Rug Change (alongside booked visit):
£3 per horse
Poo-Picking
£15 per 30 minutes
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Morning Full Livery Visit:
1 horse: from £20
2 horses: from £25
Twice-Daily Full Livery Visits:
1 horse: from £30/day
2 horses: from £40/day
Additional horses quoted individually
Full livery packages can include feeding, turnout, bringing in, mucking out, hay and water, rug changes and basic welfare checks, depending on the agreed routine.
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Vet/Farrier Visits:
£20 per 30 minutes
Medication Administration:
From £5 extra per visit
Grooming:
From £15
In-Hand Walking:
From £20 per 30 minutes
Groundwork or Ridden Exercise:
Price on request
Prices are a guide and are subject to individual requirements. A minimum visit charge of £10 applies. Travel charges may apply outside the immediate Wixford area. Bank holidays, emergency call-outs and specialist care may incur additional charges. Regular-care packages can be discussed.