The corn flakes make a great source of energy for older horses or picky eaters and provide longterm energy. Can horses eat corn flakes? Owners frequently feed cereal grains such as corn and oats at the expense of forage in the diet. They feed cereal grains when the horse needs Read more…
Method 1 Lay bags over stable floor & slice open. Water generously. Leave for an hour to allow pellets to absorb water. Tip each bag onto stable floor then fluff & spread. How do you use straw pellet bedding? Simply spread the new pellets out and they will break down Read more…
Cedarwood Oil And Horses When it comes to cedarwood oil specifically, some species of cedar—like Western red cedar and white cedar for example—are naturally toxic and irritating, and should never be used in topical horse products. What shavings are bad for horses? Black walnut shavings are a toxic bedding for Read more…
Steroids – Prednisolone and dexamethasone are types of steroids which are commonly used to ‘dampen down’ the immune response to an allergen. They are usually very effective in offering short-term relief from allergic symptoms. How can I help my horse with dust allergies? If a horse is allergic to dust Read more…
Substitutes for hay include alfalfa pellets, alfalfa cubes, denji, and senior feeds. Hay has high levels of dust and molds, even if it appears clean. If you must feed your horse hay, completely submerge it in water for at least 30 minutes before feeding to your horse to reduce the Read more…
Causes of Hernia in Horses Typically, these are caused when an abscess forms on your horse’s umbilical cord or the abdominal wall becomes weakened, causing a hernia. Inguinal hernias are caused by increased abdominal pressure, due to an enlarged inguinal ring or stress during birth. How common are hernias in Read more…
Bred in the mountains of Kentucky. This American breed is naturally gaited, with a smooth four beat gait. What are Kentucky Mountain saddle horses used for? They were used for long travel over rough terrain, and were developed to have gentle temperaments so that they could be handled by young Read more…
Yes. Peas and pea vines are good food for horses. They’re high in protein and the vines make good hay. Can peas be fed to horses? Peas are a particularly good source of what are known as essential amino acids, which need to be provided in the diet. The good-quality Read more…
However, some trees, wood types, and wood stains and paints can be toxic to horses. Excessive intake of chewed wood can result in intestinal impaction and abdominal pain (colic). What stain is safe for horses? The absolute best wood finish system for a horse barn is to mix Zar Oil Read more…
Macaroni (1860–1887) was a British Thoroughbred racehorse and sire. In a career that lasted from October 1862 to September 1863 he ran eight times and won seven races. In 1863 he won all seven of his races including the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket, The Derby and the Doncaster Cup. Who Read more…