Animal Health Direct - AHD

18/10/2026

Long weekend ahead.. A quick reminder to get you orders in early this week.
Hawke's Bay Anniversary is on Friday which means AHD head office get an extra long weekend.
We will be closed Friday 23 October back Tuesday 27 October.

14/10/2026

FEELING LET DOWN BY YOUR RURAL SUPPLIER?
THERE IS ANOTHER WAY TO BUY YOUR ANIMAL HEALTH PRODUCTS.

Maybe it’s time to look at an alternative.

At Animal Health Direct, we believe farmers deserve quality products, competitive pricing and a supplier that values their business.
✅ Quality animal health products
✅ Great product range
✅ Competitive pricing
✅ Buy direct from a privately owned New Zealand company
✅ A team that understands the needs of Kiwi farmers

We’re proudly Kiwi-owned and operated, and we’ve been supporting New Zealand farmers for 25 years.

Take a look at what AHD can offer your farm.

Try us. Buy direct. Save.

Visit www.ahdltd.co.nz or get in touch with our team today.

North Island: Richard Kettle 021 757 334
South Island: Jaedon Gibson 021 0826 5798

Animal Health Direct — supporting Kiwi farmers for 25 years.

07/10/2026

EVER WONDERED WHY ANIMAL HEALTH DIRECT WAS STARTED? 👀

There’s a story behind AHD — and it started with a pretty simple idea:

Farmers shouldn’t have to pay more for quality animal health products than they need to.

25 years on, that idea is still at the heart of what we do.

The Profit has recently featured Animal Health Direct and taken a closer look at our farmer-direct model — where we came from, why Richard Kettle started AHD, and how the business has grown from a Hawke’s Bay idea into a nationwide business supporting farmers across NZ.

If you already buy from us, you’ll know what we’re about.

But you might not know the story behind AHD.

👇 Have a read of the full article in The Profit

The story behind Animal Health Direct’s farmer-direct model.

READ THE FULL ARTICLE →

25 years on. Still NZ owned. Still backing Kiwi farmers. 🇳🇿

Richard Kettle on why Animal Health Direct chose to sell direct to farmers, and how trust built over 25 years made the shift possible

27/09/2026

200 Litre drums available. Empty drums, previously contained disinfectant.
5 still available @ $10 each
PM or email [email protected] to order.

16/09/2026

Are rising input costs are a concern for your farming operation?

“YOU CAN’T CONTROL THE PRICE OF EVERYTHING. BUT YOU CAN CONTROL WHAT YOU PAY FOR ANIMAL HEALTH.”

IF YOU'RE NOT ALREADY BUYING DIRECT FROM US, HERE ARE 3 REASONS TO GIVE US A TRY:

1. SAVE MONEY
Buying direct can cut the cost of your animal health requirements. Our customers tell us they've reduced their animal health costs by up to 25%.
2. BUY DIRECT
Deal directly with AHD — no need to pay for extra layers in the supply chain.
3. QUALITY PRODUCTS
A full range of animal health products for sheep, beef, dairy, deer and equine, backed by a team that understands farming.
Not buying direct from AHD yet? Give us a go on your next animal health order and see what you could save.

TRY US. BUY DIRECT. SAVE.

Contact: Jaedon Gibson - Animal Health Advisor / Sales – South Island. Phone 021 0826 5798

Richard Kettle - Managing Director and Animal Health Advisor – North Island. Phone 021 757 334

Sign up here for an account today: https://www.animalhealthdirect.co.nz/animal-health-direct-about-us/ahd-credit-account-application-form/

Visit us at www.animalhealthdirect.co.nz for all things Dairy, Sheep, Beef, Deer and Equine.

16/09/2026

DOCKING TO WEANING — WE HAVE YOU COVERED!
Docking time is coming up, and before you know it, lamb weaning will be here too.
Now is a good time to make sure you have everything you need.

WEANING WILL BE HERE BEFORE YOU KNOW IT!
The first lamb drench is an important one. Set those lambs up to make the most of the grass and turn it into meat and wool with Combination + Tape Lamb Drench.

What about the ewes?
If you have carried out a FEC (faecal egg count) and the egg count is high, or you feel your ewes need a lift, talk to the team at AHD Ltd about the most appropriate drench.

If feed has been a bit short and mineral and vitamin intake has been reduced, Ultra Min ADE + Mineral Ewe Drench can provide targeted supplementation.
20L treats up to 2,000 ewes.

At AHD Ltd, we're here to help NZ farmers get the job done with quality, proven animal health products at competitive prices!
www.ahdltd.co.nz

01/09/2026

IT'S SPRING - NEW GRASS IS COMING!

That fresh, lush grass might be exciting for your horse… but it also means a big change in what they’re eating.
Now is the time to get ahead of the spring grass and give their digestive system some extra support.

Probiotic Tonic for Horses is a great addition to your horse’s routine as we head into spring, helping to:
- Support healthy digestion
- Enhance immune system function
- Maintain a healthy appetite & feed intake
- Assist beneficial microbial gut flora

Don’t wait until the paddocks are covered in new growth — get on top of it now!
- Support their gut
- Support the transition
- Support them through spring

Shop Probiotic Tonic for Horses today from your local saddlery or online:
https://www.animalhealthdirect.co.nz/shop/shopequine-horse-supplements/probiotic-tonic-for-horses/

Probiotic Tonic for Horses is fermented with multiple microorganisms including, yeasts, lactic acid bacteria and specially chosen herbs.

31/08/2026

Twilight is a very special support pony at Equine Dynamics, helping people connect, heal and feel the calming benefits of spending time with horses.

And when Twilight is ready to put her hooves up, she has a fresh, comfortable stable filled with AHD Natural Animal Bedding.

Because even support ponies deserve a clean, cosy place to call home!

Happy pony = happy stable!

26/08/2026

ATTENTION LIFESTYLE FARMS & POULTRY OWNERS!

DON'T WAIT UNTIL BIRD FLU IS ON YOUR DOORSTEP!

MPI are currently monitoring New Zealand and have positive detection in the lower North Island - see image.

Credence is registered with MPI as an approved disinfectant for HPAI Bird flu control.
✔ Cost effective
✔ Less corrosive
✔ Easy to use
✔ Just 1 tablet per 5L water recommended for biosecurity.

Protect your poultry, sheds, equipment and property with a disinfectant you can trust.

Available in 5 Pack, 25 Pack and 60 Pack from Farm Source Farmlands Co-operative or Animal Health Direct Ltd: https://www.animalhealthdirect.co.nz/shop/dairy/beef-cattle-deer/sheep-beef-deer/hygiene/credence-1000/

Resources:
https://www.mpi.govt.nz/biosecurity/pest-and-disease-threats-to-new-zealand/animal-disease-threats-to-new-zealand/h5-bird-flu/understanding-h5-bird-flu-in-new-zealand

https://www.mpi.govt.nz/dmsdocument/72554-H5-bird-flu-risk-levels

17/08/2026

🏇 Winter Raceday is this Saturday! 🏇

AHD are proud to support Hawke’s Bay Racing and the Winter Raceday this Saturday, 22 August.

We’re proud to back local racing and the people who make Hawke’s Bay such a great place to live, work and do business.

So rug up, get along to the races and enjoy a great day out! 🐎❄️

Good luck to all the connections, jockeys and trainers — we’ll see you at the track!