Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price Introduction Anhidrosis refers to a reduced ability to sweat when the body is heated. Horses and humans have both been known to experience an inability to sweat. It is most common in hot and humid climates like Florida and the other Gulf Coast states. This is a problem … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price Horses make heart murmurs High velocity blood flow can cause heart murmurs. Although murmurs are more common in horses with heart disease, they can also be heard in horses that have normal blood flow. It is important to identify the cause of a murmur by determining its location, … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price What is botulism? Botulism, one of the most dangerous toxins known, is caused by ingestion. Botulism can affect any mammal, but horses are the most vulnerable. Botulism can also affect foals and adult horses (called “shaker foal syndrome”) What are the clinical signs and symptoms of botulism? The … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price Originally known as Monday Morning Disease, ER is more common in horses after exertion such as hunters, racehorses and endurance horses. However, it can happen in any horse. We’ll discuss the symptoms, causes, how to diagnose and treat it, and what we can do prevent future … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price Your breeding program will benefit greatly from the ability to freeze your stallion’s semen. This includes the possibility for your mares to be bred in any area without being over-used. We will be discussing the benefits of freezing your semen in this article. Frozen Semen: The Advantages … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price Strangles Vaccination & Treatment for Horses in Brisbane and Ipswich Strangles is a contagious respiratory illness that is caused by Streptococcus Equi. Horses can be exposed to the bacterium through direct contact with their nasal discharge, pus discharging abscesses, and coughing. It can also be spread … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price Enteroliths can be suspected if your horse has colic symptoms or is older than 10. These intestinal stones can be fatal if they are caught early. However, horses that have them removed will usually recover within a few weeks. Enteroliths can be as small as a pea … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price Commercial psyllium products, which are made from the husks of psyllium seeds, are used to remove sand from horses’ digestive systems. There are some interesting findings from numerous studies on the efficacy of psyllium-husks. No matter where you live in the world, horses will be exposed to … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price Horse owners often confuse canine and wolf tooth — some even using the terms interchangeably. There are many key differences between canine teeth and wolf teeth. Let’s have a closer look at the mouth of your horse… The Canine Tooth Canine canine teeth are found in the … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price Clear nasal discharge is common and should not be considered a problem. However, thick, yellow- or green-coloured nasal discharges are signs of a viral infection. This can cause serious health problems for your horse. The common sign of health problems is nasal discharge. It can be … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price There are many myths about colic treatment, such as giving horses a beer or rescue medication. However, a home remedy might not be sufficient to treat colic. Your veterinarian should inspect every colic episode. There are many causes of colic. Although there are success stories about horses suffering … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price Four pegs hold a lot of horse weight. These pegs have very few bones at the ends. They are encapsulated in a hollow-like structure called the hoof. The horse must have the correct amount of toe length and heel to support the weight. After a farrier has … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price It is not something you should do lightly. It is expensive and can take time. WHY? First, consider why you want to breed. Although it is lovely to think of your favorite mare as a mother, you must be practical! If you want to preserve a strong bloodline, … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price It’s now easier than ever to breed the best quality stallion genes into your breeding program using live cover or artificial insemination. Each can spread venereal and sexually transmitted diseases. Klebsiella pneumoniae Overzealous cleaning can spread Klebsiella bacteria. Instead of using water and mild soap, disinfectant can be … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price Worming should be done every 6-8 weeks. It is important to create a sustainable program for worming your property. Your horses’ health will be protected if you combine effective worm control with good pasture management. Horses are not the only animal that has parasites. Your horse can live with … Read more
Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Allison Price Although it is not possible to accurately determine the horse’s age, you can still examine their teeth to confirm. This can be done safely by an equine veterinarian during your horse’s next dental exam. Horses’ teeth grow and erupt throughout their lives, unlike humans. The horse’s teeth can … Read more
Last Updated on April 13, 2022 by Allison Price The DeliveryAssume you’re a spectator at a public court. You will witness an expert player do this. (right-handed pitcher)The pitcher places the player on the pitcher’s platform to the side opposite the stake. Place the feet carefully so that he/she is balanced and standing straight. Grab the shoe and … Read more
Last Updated on April 13, 2022 by Allison Price Wild horses are animals that live in total freedom and have no contact with humans or other domesticated horses. Wild horses are horses that have been bred from domestic horses and returned to their natural habitats after being abandoned or escaped. These horses are able to adapt … Read more
Last Updated on April 13, 2022 by Allison Price I am a trail rider and country bumpkin, and I love beer. I have a combined passion for beer and horses that has led to one of my horses drinking beer. This has led me to ask “Can Horses Drink Beer?” This raises some questions, such as: Why … Read more
Last Updated on April 13, 2022 by Allison Price Although a dog is a man’s best friend and a horse is history, they say the horse is history. Horses have been fighting alongside men for centuries and many empires were built together with them. Although you may not have to fight with your horses anymore, they … Read more
Last Updated on April 13, 2022 by Allison Price You didn’t know how tall your horse would grow when it was young. Perhaps you have experienced what it’s like to be a 150 cm tall horse and not know how it will look as an adult. Perhaps you don’t know if your foal will be a pony … Read more
Last Updated on April 9, 2022 by Allison Price Altrenogest, also known as Regu-mate, is a synthetic hormone that suppresses heat-related behavioral signs (also known as oestrus). The oil can be applied directly to the mare’s mouth or mixed in with the mare’s feed. How Regu-mate works: As a mare enters heat, and prepares to breed, her … Read more
Last Updated on April 9, 2022 by Allison Price Ponies and horses that are overweight often have fatty tissue deposits. A cresty neck is an animal whose fat pads form along the neck’s upper curve. Fat pads can indicate a variety of health issues, but they are often a sign of an animal’s diet and exercise. EQUINE … Read more
Last Updated on April 9, 2022 by Allison Price Forageplus is often asked why there is so much clover in the horse pasture. We discuss clover’s benefits in pasture, how much clover can be harmful to horses, and what you can do about it.Quick Navigation hide 1 Types Of Clover2 Clover In Fields2.1 How does clover … Read more
Last Updated on April 9, 2022 by Allison Price In this article we will discuss the different types of oats that horses can eat and the best ones to feed your pony or horse. We’ll be discussing the nutritional value of oats, as well as the pros and cons for each type.Quick Navigation hide 1 … Read more
Last Updated on April 9, 2022 by Allison Price Many horse owners are afraid to feed wheat bran, according to our conversations. Horse wheat bran is no longer a popular horse food. It has been labeled ‘undesirable and old-fashioned’. It has been widely criticised as a byproduct and ‘imbalanced’. We feel that claims it shouldn’t be … Read more
Last Updated on April 9, 2022 by Allison Price We identified in our last post that some horse behavior we may consider cute could have different connotations when viewed from the perspective of a herd animal. We will be looking at specific behaviors and how you can help. What not to do Don’t get mad. Don’t get even. Don’t lose … Read more
Last Updated on April 9, 2022 by Allison Price Although mammary gland problems are rare in mares, they can cause abnormal milk production, discharge, swellings or lumps. Two mammary glands are present in the horse, and there are two teats. This is in contrast to four teats for cows. A horse milking technique is different from … Read more
Last Updated on April 9, 2022 by Allison Price It is important to boost your horse’s immunity system during stressful situations such as travel, training, illness, or injury. It is as easy as adding an herb to their diet to boost their immunity. Echinacea is the best herb to support your horse’s immune system. What’s Echinacea? Echinacea, … Read more
Last Updated on April 9, 2022 by Allison Price Hunter’s bump is a term that describes a horse with a prominent tuber sacrale at the top of its rump. This condition is often referred to as a breed-specific conformation problem. It’s most common in “hunter/jumper”, such as Warmbloods and Thoroughbreds. This is a common practice in … Read more
Last Updated on April 9, 2022 by Allison Price Every horse owner should make it a priority to take care of their horses in the most effective way possible. Horses should be treated like athletes. This is why it is so important to take good care of them and their recovery. Horses that don’t get well treated … Read more
Last Updated on April 9, 2022 by Allison Price The invention of the steam engine and spinning wheels was long before it was invented. A human invention that revolutionized ancient trade, transportation, and warfare was horseshoes. The horseshoe was born out of necessity. Humans discovered horses in the same way that they domesticated them. They also understood the importance … Read more
Last Updated on April 9, 2022 by Allison Price My friend suggested that horses and donkeys should be treated as one species because they are so similar. This is an interesting idea that I wanted to clarify. What is the difference between horses and donkeys? What is the difference between horses and donkeys? mules cannot be bred and are … Read more
Last Updated on April 9, 2022 by Allison Price Nothing is more beautiful than watching a mare and her foal run in camp. Foals are so happy animals and take cuteness to the next step. Horse owners desire their mares to have at most one foal in their lifetime. But how can you decide what is best … Read more
Last Updated on April 7, 2022 by Allison Price Human medicine has many cancer awareness programs. Nearly everyone is screened for at minimum one type of cancer, such as cervical, breast, colon, or prostate. Horses are not at risk for cancers of their internal organs, but skin cancers are quite common. It is very easy to detect … Read more
Last Updated on April 7, 2022 by Allison Price Strangles is an upper-respiratory infection caused by Streptococcus, a strain of bacteria. Equi . Infections can cause fevers, nasal discharge, and swelling of the lymph nodes around your head and neck. HOW DO HORSES FALL INFECTED? Nasal secretions and purulent drainage from abscesses can transmit the bacteria. It can … Read more
Last Updated on April 7, 2022 by Allison Price “OTTB” is Off-Track Thoroughbred. An off-track Thoroughbred horse was once bred and trained for racing, but is not currently an active racehorse. Many OTTBs can be registered with The Jockey Club. The Jockey Club hosts the Thoroughbred horse breed registry in North America. To be considered an OTTB, a horse … Read more
Last Updated on April 7, 2022 by Allison Price Horses that refuse to eat are the most frustrating and worrying thing. Horses can become unwell from a variety reasons, including illness, unpalatable food or gastrointestinal disorders like hindgut acidosis. There are things you can do that will get your horse back to eating. These are some helpful tips … Read more
Last Updated on April 7, 2022 by Allison Price Protein is the most important nutrient for horses, after energy. Protein is essential for building good quality hoof, skin, hair, organ tissue and muscles as well as blood, blood, and bone. A horse’s diet must include protein as it is an essential part of hormones, enzymes, and other … Read more
Last Updated on April 7, 2022 by Allison Price Our horse’s piaffes are pfizzled. His slides have slid. His rollbacks are back. His leads don’t change. Someone will almost reflexively say “Maybe he needs to have his hocks injected.” He might. Maybe it’s more complicated than that. It should be. FIRST ASIDE (of many): It is a little strange statistically to … Read more
Last Updated on April 7, 2022 by Allison Price My experience shows that horses with a high value (value based on the cost of buying them) can make people crazy. It’s okay in a way – it is important to care for valuable things. Some people think that because they own or maintain valuable horses, it also … Read more
Last Updated on April 7, 2022 by Allison Price If you are squinting at the title, I want to say that I am happy to see your horse by an “equine chiropractor” and that you feel happy for your horse. I don’t think I have done anything wrong. If you already have your mind set, … Read more
Last Updated on April 7, 2022 by Allison Price Sometimes horses lick and chew their training material. This has been thought to be a sign that the horse learns or shows’submission’. A new study has shown that horses can show this behavior after being put in stressful situations. Do you lick and chew? Submission or stress? … Read more
Last Updated on April 5, 2022 by Allison Price What does “cold-backed” mean? A horse with a sensitive or painful back is called ‘cold-backed’. These symptoms may be mild like discomfort due to tightening of the girth, or more severe, which lasts until the horse is warm and the muscles relax. Christine East, McTimoney Animal Practitioner has … Read more
Last Updated on April 5, 2022 by Allison Price This summary is a mixture of direct excerpts from a variety of publications, letters to the Falabellas family, a French Veterinary Medicine Study, and Thesis on Falabellas. Many other articles have been published about Falabella horses. Some are true and some are not. We have tried to collect … Read more
Last Updated on April 5, 2022 by Allison Price Weight loss can simply be explained by the body using more calories than it consumes. There are many possible causes for chronic weight loss in horses. These include poor quality feed, limited supply, health problems, and social interaction. Starvation can also lead to chronic weight loss. Starvation can also be … Read more
Last Updated on April 5, 2022 by Allison Price Vitamin E (tocopherol), a fat-soluble vitamin, plays many roles in the body. Vitamin E’s main role is to act as an antioxidant. It works in close collaboration with Vitamin C and Selenium to protect the body against oxidative stress from illness, exercise and other medical conditions. Vitamin E … Read more
Last Updated on April 5, 2022 by Allison Price As a horse owner of EMS or laminitic horses, one of the first things you will be told is “no treats,” ..”. Sometimes, a grape or prune can be used to hide pergolide tablets. However, owners might be advised not to use an apple or a slice … Read more
Last Updated on April 5, 2022 by Allison Price Researchers in New Zealand discovered that ryegrass staggers were caused by tiny fungi called Endophytes 25 years ago. They discovered that the mycotoxins created by endophytes within ryegrass cells can affect livestock and cause them to tremble or lose coordination. It was discovered that the toxins … Read more
Last Updated on April 5, 2022 by Allison Price A researcher has questioned the effectiveness of a cornerstone treatment to treat equine gastric problems. He believes that a revision is necessary over diet recommendations and current blanket dosing guidelines for omeprazole. Equine squamous stomach disease is a condition that affects the upper portion of the … Read more
