CEM is caused by the bacteria T. equigenitalis. It is contracted during sexual contact with an infected horse, typically from stallion to mare. It can also be transmitted via contaminated instruments. What bacteria causes CEM? Contagious equine metritis (CEM) is a highly contagious venereal infection of equids caused by Taylorella Read more…
Exacta Bet An exacta is more difficult than win, place and show wagers, but yields a higher payout. You bet an exacta by selecting a minimum two horses to finish first and second. These horses must finish first and second, in that order, for you to win the wager. What Read more…
Based on information from the National Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) survey, for every 100 horses, there will be 4.2 colic events every year. 1.2 percent of these events will be surgical, and 11 percent will be fatal. What are the chances of a horse dying from colic? Colic continues Read more…
The accidental administration of propylene glycol to horses may result in fatal poisoning. Will antifreeze hurt animals? Ethylene glycol, or antifreeze, is a brightly colored, sweet tasting liquid found in most garages in the U.S. It also is deadly to pets and humans if ingested, says Dr. Sarah Steinbach, assistant Read more…
Arsenic is a toxic metalloid that can cause poisoning in horses. The poison is typically not found occurring naturally in a stable or pasture where your horse roams. Can animals get arsenic poisoning? The toxic dose of arsenic can vary greatly depending on the form of arsenic, the animal species, Read more…
Bolting, when referring to equids, generally refers to two equine behaviors, both undesirable: Running away without control. Eating food at a dangerously fast rate. What causes a horse to bolt? Horses bolt for a number of reasons: they get spooked, they’re barn sour, they’ve found it’s a way to get Read more…
Professor Chris Proudman, veterinary advisor to Aintree racecourse, explained: “After the race, Discorama, who had pulled up while travelling on the flat between fences, was assessed further in Aintree’s veterinary treatment facility within the stables. What horses fell at Grand National 2022? Two horses – Solwara One and Elle Est Read more…
Bolting is the term used when a horse gallops off out of control and the rider is unable to stop it. In addition to being very frightening for the rider, this can also be very dangerous for the horse, rider and others around them. What can cause a horse to Read more…
The best position to keep control of your horse is to sit up straight and tall, relax your back, hold the reins gently, set a foot in each stirrup, and hold your balance to not make your horse feel like he’s carrying a heavier load. ยป Horse riding requires strength, Read more…
The difference is that a trotter moves its legs forward in diagonal pairs (right front and left hind, then left front and right hind striking the ground simultaneously), whereas a pacer moves its legs laterally (right front and right hind together, then left front and left hind). What’s the difference Read more…