The Do’s and Don’ts of Feeding Treats to your Horse We all enjoy a treat once in a while – a nice warm brownie fresh out of the oven, a cool slice of watermelon on a hot summer day – and our horses are no different. They will enjoy a treat from […]
Horses
Animals and Fireworks do not go well together. Fireworks are enjoyed by people year-round but are often a source of fear for many animals. Here in New Zealand Guy Fawkes Day is a dreaded day by many pet and horse owners. A little bit of forward planning can make a […]
How to Support your Animal during Fireworks
Ref: TheHorse.com / Vet Pro Equine skin conditions are often difficult to diagnose and can be frustrating to treat, with causes ranging from fungus to allergens to who-knows-what. Below a range of common equine skin conditions and what you can do in some cases to treat and/or prevent. Rain scald […]
Equine Skin Conditions (part 2)
Equine Skin Conditions Ref: TheHorse.com and Vet Pro Equine skin conditions are often difficult to diagnose and frustrating to treat, with causes ranging from fungus to allergens to who-knows-what. Below I will cover three common equine skin conditions. Part two will follow in a couple of months. Ringworm Ringworm is […]
Equine Skin Conditions (part 1)
How Do Horses Hurt Their Hocks? by Karen S. Johnson, Demand Media Your horse’s hocks are an essential part of his hind end, which is akin to a vehicle’s engine. He pushes off it to jump and go forward, and turns on it to spin. Each hock – or tarsus […]
How Do Horses Hurt Their Hocks?
What is Cushing’s Disease? Cushing’s is a condition often seen in older horses and caused by a benign tumor developing in the pituitary gland. As this tumor slowly grows, it disturbs the balance between the pituitary gland, the hypothalamus, the thyroid, and the adrenal cortex. This results in the body […]
Cushing’s Disease in Horses
Identifying Types of Nasal Discharge in Horses (source The Naturally Health Horse) In the past year, I have come across more and more cases of snotty noses in horses. Sometimes it involves just one nostril other times it is both. So, time to find out about the types and causes of […]
Nasal Discharge in Horses
Understanding Locking Stifles. Source: Stefanie Reinhold/ HolisticHorse.com A locking stifle (in vet-speak an ‘upward fixation of the patella’ or UFP) is a common problem in horses, often unrecognized, misdiagnosed as general hind leg lameness or overlooked altogether. While the causes are not always understood, it’s possible to help your horse […]
Locking Stifles in Horses
What is the most accurate way to estimate your Horse’s weight? Weight tapes, formulas, or simply “eyeing it” are among the average horse owner’s options for estimating their horse’s weight. Guessing weight by eyeing a horse is clearly not a very reliable way to go. Auburn University researchers recently examined […]
Estimating your Horse’s Weight Accurately
Colic in Horses Colic is a general term for abdominal pain and while many cases are mild and inconsequential, others can be life-threatening. It’s important to take all cases seriously and seek veterinary advice at an early stage. Horses usually display the following symptoms when having abdominal discomfort: Anxiety or […]