Colic in Horses and Ponies
A brief summary of the different types of colic. Includes information on routine treatments as well as some alternative treatments.
Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar with Horses and Uses in the Barn
I came across the advantages of taking apple cider vinegar (acv) while researching it as a supplement for myself. I had heard of using ACV as a fly spray for horses, but little did I know this wonderful stuff has many more benefits with horses and around the stable.
Sugardine Uses for Horses
Sugardine is economical and easy to make and is commonly used on horses to treat thrush, abscesses, laminitis, proud flesh and wounds.
Leg Breaks and Bone Fractures In Horses and Ponies
What to Expect When a Horse or Pony Breaks a Bone
We have all heard that horses must be euthanized if it breaks a leg. But what is the truth about bone breaks in horses and why can they be so devastating? The good news is that not all bone breaks mean a death sentence for your equine.
Horseshoes and The Horse
What Most Horseshoes Don’t Protect and What You Need To Do After Every Ride.
The horseshoe is a wonderful invention. It protects your horse’s feet by putting a half inch of steel between his delicate hoof and the hard ground.
The problem with horseshoes is they only encircle the perimeter of the hoof, leaving the inner […]
Lameness and Injury of the Horse’s Legs
Lameness is when a horse has discomfort or pain in its legs or body causing a limp or awkwardness it the stride. It is important to notice lameness in your horse as well as to treat it accordingly.
Biciptal Burstitis: On the front of the shoulder is the “bicipital bursa”. When this area has been injured […]
Don’t Stress Over a Horse Hoof Abscess
by Jeffrey Rolo
A hoof abscess can be one of the scariest things a horse owner may witness. One day the owner walks into the stable to visit his beloved horse and behold… the horse appears lame, refusing to place any weight on a specific leg. The owner tries to […]
Lower Leg Treatments for the Horse
Various Treatments for the Lower Leg of the Horse
Injuries and lameness are classified as either acute or chronic. Acute means that it is sudden and chronic refers to a condition which is gradual. It is important to know whether an injury is chronic or acute because they are treated differenently. For example an over-reach wound is acute because […]
Body Parts and Points of the Horse Get to Know the Body Parts and Points of the Horse
Knowing the right vocabulary to refer to certain parts of the horse will help you communicate with other riders, horse owners and the vet. Here you will find the main parts of the horse named on the illustration below beside each corresponding number. […]
Lower Leg Lameness & Injury of the Horse
Many lameness issues of the equine occur in the lower leg below the knee. Below this area the anatomical structure of the leg is the same in forelegs and hindlegs. Most lameness occurs in the forelimbs because 65% — 70% of the horses weight is carried by the front legs. The healing […]
Equine Vital Signs and When to Call the Vet It is important to know when your horse needs veterinary assistance. If you have a horse or pony, or a stable of horses, it is advisable to have a well-equipped first aid kit, as this can be handy for both equines or humans […]
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