Over the counter diphenhydramine (Benadryl) or comparable antihistamines can be used in an emergency for horses with severe hypersensitivity or allergy. Can you give human antihistamine to horses? Extra-label use of human antihistamines is also common in equine practice. Examples of these medications include hydroxyzine, diphenhydramine (Benadryl) and cetirizine, among Read more…
All parts of cocklebur are toxic to livestock, however horses are at greatest risk of poisoning when the plant is first emerging, during the early seedling stage. During this stage of growth, cocklebur contains higher levels of toxins, and is also more attractive to animals. Are Cockleburs poisonous? Objective: Cocklebur Read more…
Camellia is not toxic to horses. Camellia is a beautiful evergreen shrub that is often used in landscaping. What is the most toxic plant to horses? Nine poisonous plants horses should avoid Ragwort. While ragwort has a bitter taste and is rarely eaten by horses when it is growing, when Read more…
Treatment Apply ice packs several times a day for a couple of days to reduce swelling and pain. Once the area is clean, apply salve to heal the broken skin and protect it from dirt and bugs. If necessary, protect the area with a dressing. Clip the hair around the Read more…
Causes of Sinusitis in Horses Bacterial infection of the upper respiratory tract, most often from the Streptococcus species. Viral infection. Fungal infection. Dental disease. Which of the following is the most common cause of maxillary sinusitis in the horse? Primary sinusitis is typically the result of an infection in the Read more…
Unfortunately, for many of us, it also brings plenty of rain and humidity, which means rain rot season. Dermatophilosis – commonly called rain rot or rain scald – is a highly contagious bacterial skin infection in horses and cattle (and even dogs, where the wounds are known as hot spots). Read more…
ˈmān. : long heavy hair growing about the neck and head of some mammals (as horses and lions) : long heavy hair on a person’s head. What is horse mane used for? Manes can help keep your horse’s neck warm in cold weather and provide some fly protection. The tail Read more…
When I say pull up I mean stand up tall, use your body use your voice, step into your heels, bring your shoulders back and pull on both reins at the same time. The moment the horse stops give the rein instantly and reward with a pat. You will have Read more…
BUSCOPAN is indicated for the control of abdominal pain (colic) associated with spasmodic colic, flatulent colic and simple impactions in horses. As the only FDA-approved colic for use in horses, BUSCOPAN works to relax the gastrointestinal smooth muscles and control pain associated with spasmodic colic. Can you give a horse Read more…
The Gypsy Vanner Horse is a hearty draft style horse that is generally 13 to 16 hands in height. The head of a Gypsy Vanner is pleasant with an intelligent eye. How big is a gypsy? It is a body type with heavy bone and broad body like a draft, Read more…