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David was so kind, from

David was so kind, from the moment we spoke on the phone to the day he came to our home. He came to put my beautiful girl to sleep, and he did so with such compassion and gentleness. He made something so incredibly hard feel just that little bit easier,

Evie Epps
August 4, 2025

I unfortunately said goodbye to

I unfortunately said goodbye to my beautiful girl in November 2024. I am so grateful my vet recommended David, he was so lovely, kind and calm. He was so helpful and respectful with my girl, he made everything so less stressful. He has a heart of gold. Can’t recommend him

Vicky sinden
April 2, 2025

I met David a few

I met David a few years ago when I sadly had to have my beloved horse pts, I can only recommend David as the kindest most understanding and professional person you would wish to deal with in this situation. From the first phone call, to David arriving on time he

Katherine
November 12, 2024

After the confirming of our

After the confirming of our 14 year old Irish Sports horse’s lymphoma we knew what needed to be done. After 24 agonising hits trying to wrap our head around it I made the call. From the moment he answered and I blurted out how much love I felt for this

Becki Nation
June 3, 2024

David came today to send

David came today to send my friend’s much loved horse on his final journey. He spent time talking to my friend, telling her what to expect and then time with the horse, rubbing his face and getting him to feel at ease. It was over so quickly and the horse

Hilary Matthews
June 3, 2024

I have used David twice

I have used David twice now, for two much-loved horses. Once in June 2012 and most recently in May 2024, and quite frankly I wouldn’t recommend anyone else. David is a true professional, who gives his job the respect that it deserves. It is not an easy service to deliver,

Suzanna Whitehouse
May 28, 2024

I would highly recommend David

I would highly recommend David in this emotional situation. David was very trusting, warm and calm. He was very good at explaining everything that happens during the process and caring for us during.

Lianne Danaher
April 11, 2024

Making the decision to let

Making the decision to let your horse go, is one of the hardest things to do. I’ve watched horses struggle before with the injection from the vets, so personally believe the most humane way is the gun. David is the most compassionate man I’ve ever met. He took time to

Lesley HockleyWright
December 22, 2023

I found David online, but

I found David online, but after asking around I found that he came highly recommended from some of my horsey contacts – and after having had a nightmare experience elsewhere, David spoke to me with compassion, respect, and understanding. What is usually a tragic and stressful time was eased significantly

Richard
December 13, 2023

I cant tell you how

I cant tell you how much we were absolutely dreading this day. Took us over 6 months to call David after a close friends recommendation. In turn, I truly can’t recommend David’s kind, caring, compassionate service enough. Everything was in our time, as we were ready, at our pace, no

Louise Knight
November 14, 2023

Totally amazing and such an efficient service in every wat

David was totally amazing in such an emotional situation. I trusted him completely and he amazing. I would highly recommend him.

AlexandraD-62
July 29, 2023

Compassion and Professionalism

My daughter made the decision today to have a much loved beautiful boy put to sleep as he was suffering and in pain. He had given his all for years and deserves dignity and peace. David gave him all of this at the end. He supported us through it. Our

BeeK-10
July 23, 2023

Understanding & Compassionate

David was so understanding and compassionate he really did make a hard process a small bit easier. Highly recommend.

MelissaC-184
July 20, 2023

Extremely Friendly & Professional

David was extremely friendly and professional from start to finish. The initial phone call was so hard to make but he was completely understanding and took control in a very calm manner. When he arrived there was no rush, he made friends with our B who loved everyone so that

TaniaM-57
July 19, 2023

Kind, calm, caring and highly professional looking after our equine soul in his last moments

I can’t thank David enough for his service. It took us 6 months to come to the decision, which was heartbreaking. I was recommended David and contacted him. He was so kind, calm and highly professional. On the day there was no rushing or hurrying, it was all at our

LouiseK-241
July 7, 2023

The most compassionate and caring person I’ve met in this industry

I couldn’t of asked for a nicer person to call upon when I knew the time was right to say goodbye to my handsome boy “Don” . David was the most professional,compassionate caring man I have ever met in this industry….right from the first phone call he made me feel

KirstyV-24
June 22, 2023

Top Man

My experience of David is that he is kind, caring with loads of empathy during what is a very difficult and heartbreaking time. He is a true professional with loads of experience in these matters. I would certainly use him again if I had to and encourage anyone in this

HilaryE-31
June 15, 2023

Thank you David

David showed an incredible amount of compassion from the moment I first contacted him, he understood the enormity of the decision I had to make. On the day he was calm and discreet whilst taking the time to make sure I was ready. I know my horse was totally unaware

LorraineC-310
June 8, 2023

From the first point of

From the first point of contact, David has been absolutely amazing. He came to put my horse to sleep and was extremely passionate, caring and understanding. He explained the whole process and welcomed any questions I had both before and on the day. He made an awful situation so much

Hayley Russell
May 18, 2023

I highly reccomended the service

I highly reccomended the service that David provides. He is kind, understanding and sympathetic to the situation, and makes this difficult process as simple as possible. It’s reassuring to know that David is only a message or phone call away when that time comes. I cannot thank him enough for

Carol Mercer
May 9, 2023

After reading previous reviews I

After reading previous reviews I chose David to be the person to euthanase my horse. Throughout the whole process he was very informative about how it will all work whilst always remaining compassionate and empathetic about the situation. On the day he came out he was very patient, giving us

Grace Pidgeon
February 23, 2023

So happy with the service.

So happy with the service. David gave us all the time that was needed. Unfortunately we met due to a horrible situation but I would never use anybody else now. He’s a lovely man and so knowledgable, thanks to him even though the situation was very emotional it went very

Gemma Brown
February 23, 2023

I cannot thank David enough

I cannot thank David enough for how he looked after my horse, when at nearly 29 his time had come. David was so considerate, compassionate and kind. Murphy was completely at ease with him as David is so calm and gentle around the horses. It was over in an instant,

Katie Bruce
February 9, 2023

I sadly had to face

I sadly had to face the fact that my horse had cancer for a 3rd time, I couldn’t face putting him through needless tests and procedures yet again and so made the decision that it was time to say ‘enough was enough’. Due to the circumstance I thought I had

Sam Jordan
January 3, 2023

I have no hesitation in

I have no hesitation in recommending David and his equine end of life service. That awful decision is looming, the time to say goodbye to your equine partner, Iit’s not easy but you know you’ve got to deal with it. I recommend a conversation with David, it certainly helped me,

Julie New
December 6, 2022

I would like to take

I would like to take this opportunity to thank David for his professional, dignified and compassionate service. Over the years David has attended to 3 of our working horses on Wimbledon Commons. On every occasion he manages the situation in such away you are left knowing that you have done

Richard Thompson
December 2, 2022

I have sadly recently had

I have sadly recently had to have my beautiful horse put to sleep. I’d owned him for 28 years and it broke my heart having to make the decision. I cannot recommend David enough. He is kind and sympathetic and you know that your beautiful horse will be in the

Sarah Watkinson
November 1, 2022

Top Man

My experience of David is that he is kind, caring with loads of empathy during what is a very difficult and heartbreaking time. He is a true professional with loads of experience in these matters. I would certainly use him again if I had to and encourage anyone in this

December 2, 2021

David came out today for

David came out today for my daughter to put to sleep her precious boy who was one in a million but a horse that deserved a dignified ending after giving all that knew him his all. He was put to sleep amongst his herd in the field and it was

Beth Kelly
June 24, 2021

David was absolutely lovely, I

David was absolutely lovely, I called him and later that day he came out and peacefully put my horse down, he also gave me and my mum a hug after, he is very compassionate. Thank you for giving my horse the dignity he deserved

Rebecca Gurney
June 24, 2021

Caring and compassionate service.

Extremely professional and caring service received, I was giving all the time I needed to say my final goodbyes to my much loved pony. Very dignified and caring. Thank you for making my final moments with my special boy that much easier.

Liz
June 11, 2021

Sunshine on my dark day.

From the first phone call I was struck by how compassionate this man is. He is extremely experienced and professional and so kind on such a sad day for. I would recommend David to anyone that needs this service as he made it more bearable. Thank you.

Carol
June 11, 2021

Kind and caring on a sad occasion

Hi would highly recommend David. From the first email I sent he was kind and understanding. When I rang him he never rushed the call and he explained everything to me. He was so kind and caring when he arrived at the farm he never rushed me and made the

Tracie
June 11, 2021

No one better

I can not recommend David enough. He is extremely professional, sympathetic, caring and respectful to both owner and animal through out the whole process and after. He is happy to accommodate your personal requests and I trust him fully when these situations sadly arise at my Equine yard.

Helen
June 11, 2021

Impeccable

Impeccable with integrity. A true gentleman. 100% quality of service.

Lara
June 11, 2021

Kind and Compassionate Service

I have had to use David’s service twice, sadly. But I could not recommend him highly enough. I would never use anyone else, not just because of his professionalism but his thoughtfulness, kindness and compassion during such an awful time. It eases your mind knowing that your animal is treated

Lucy
June 11, 2021

Highly recommended

David is very professional, sympathetic and his prices are very competitive.

Tania
June 11, 2021

Would only ever use David Russell Equine

David helped my elderly pony who had reached the end of her life. He arrived promptly and was very sympathetic, caring and kind towards myself & my partner. It’s never an easy decision that us horse owners have to make, but I can honestly say David made us feel at

Becca
June 11, 2021

Compassionate – absolute professional

A professional man in his job who works with absolute compassion. So grateful for his manner today which was so hard. True gentleman who comes highly recommended for all aspects of end of life animal care.x

Karen
June 11, 2021

David Russel Equine

Thank you so much David for making an Incredibly hard decision go so smoothly ♥️ You are always so kind and patient. I positively recommend your professional service.

Helly
June 11, 2021

Brilliant service

I had to call David out for my much loved pony – nothing was too much trouble including having to have a time frame due to people arriving on the yard. I can safely say should I ever have to make that decision again I will not hesitate in calling

Amy
June 11, 2021

Professional and kind

David was very understanding and professional, he dealt with everything in an efficient and caring manner.

Jennie
June 11, 2021

Very professional!

Very professional, was able to come straight out in an emergency, was with us in 40 minutes. Thank you for being so kind and gentle throughout. You made a really horrible situation as nice as it could possibly be.

Laura
June 11, 2021

The best man for the very hard day

Having had to make the hard decision to pts my 28yr old girl i wouldnt have had anyone else do the job david is kind considerate takes as long or as little as you need to come to the end he gives you time to say good bye and always

Christina
June 11, 2021

Excellent service

David is a kind and thoughtful man. I can’t thank him or recommend him enough.

Samantha
June 11, 2021

Definitely the best at this service

Caring,kind but extremely professional service. Would only ever use David. My beautiful pony knew nothing. Thank you. X

Carol
June 11, 2021

I really recommend David very highly

David came out to an emergency situation to my dear old boy who couldn’t get up. He was kind and so respectful to my horse. Thank you David for helping me with a very sad and difficult situation.

Lesley
June 11, 2021

If this can be a good experience this was it

Very compassionate and caring service. Looked after my best friend to his end with complete dignity and understanding xx

Helen
June 11, 2021

Top class service from a man who cares

Excellent compassionate service can’t recommend Dave enough.

Nigel
June 11, 2021

If you love & respect your horse & don’t know how to get through this, just ring David Russell

So, sometimes your hero wears a waistcoat instead of a cape! David, thank you so, so much for your kind, unassuming professionalism helping me, a stranger, when I really needed you & for being my strength to help me give my beloved ‘stroppy old bat’ freedom from pain, vulnerability &

Jackie
June 11, 2021

100% recommend David

David was amazing and I couldn’t recommend him highly enough. He made such a tough decision easier, he was kind and professional. Thank you so much.

Rachel
June 11, 2021

Totally amazing and such an efficient service in every way

David was totally amazing in such an emotional situation. I trusted him completely and he amazing. I would highly recommend him.

Alexandra
June 11, 2021

Fantastic service

David came out to me to put my horse to sleep he was , professional compassionate and very understanding and made the whole experience as bearable as it can be would highly recommend him to anyone

Lisa
June 11, 2021

True compassion

David was so considerate and sympathetic right from the start. He made a very difficult and sad situation so much more bearable because of his attitude. Nothing was too much trouble. If I ever need these services again I will not hesitate to call on David.

Karina
June 11, 2021

I recently used David and he was absolutely great from the first call to collecting my horses ashes today. What an honest, compassionate guy. He talked me through the whole process with kindness. I will be recommending David again.

Sophie Eves
June 11, 2021
Dave is brilliant, defiantly the best so caring and compassionate! Works his job with great pride! Used Dave twice now and won’t go elsewhere! Highly recommend 🐴
Tarnia Dalson

Dave, is an exceptionally caring guy and so professional I wouldn’t use anyone else and would highly recommend him. Such a lovely man that makes a hard time that little bit easier
Tabitha Cassidy

David was so caring and never rushed us. it was so hard to let my Charlie go but David was fantastic. I would recommend him 100%
Miriam Metcalfe

Wouldn't get anyone else to come out David is there no matter what and is just amazing at what he does so clam and great with everyone around! I have recommend him to everyone and anyone that asks
Jenna Bennett