Dehydration, in combination with drugs such as phenylbutazone (bute), is believed to be a factor in the initiation of equine kidney stones, as this can cause cellular death in one part of the kidney. Infection in the kidney is another possible factor. What causes stones in horses? Factors which are Read more…
manuka honey. Honey has been proven to reduce the effects of ulcers, healing your horse’s gut from the inside out. There is a specific type of honey known as manuka honey that many equine owners use to treat ulcers and gastritis. How much honey can I give my horse? Generally, Read more…
We often find that Barley, Molasses and Alfalfa are ingredients that can cause unwanted reactions in some horses. Feed Allergies and Intolerances Hives. Itchy or scurfy skin. Loss of hair. Sharp, fizzy or excitable behaviour. Regional swellings. Digestive upsets. Loose or watery droppings. Decreased performance. What does an allergic reaction Read more…
Narcolepsy is uncommon in horses. Episodes that look like narcolepsy are often the result of sleep deprivation. How uncommon is narcolepsy? Narcolepsy affects about 1 in 2,000 people in the United States and Western Europe. However, the disorder is likely underdiagnosed, particularly in people with mild symptoms. Worldwide, narcolepsy appears Read more…
A simple vaccine protects horses from becoming victims of sleeping sickness. The equine encephalitis is administered in a two-part series and last six months. Is there a vaccine for Eastern Equine Encephalitis? There are no vaccines to prevent or medicines to treat EEE. You can reduce your risk of infection Read more…
Antacids: Maalox and Mylanta are two popular antacid vets recommend to support ulcer treatment. These medicines work to neutralize or decrease the pH of gastric acid in your horse’s stomach. How much Mylanta can I give my horse? Horses: Administer 2-3 oz (60-90 mL) orally every 2 hours or as Read more…
Bee Pollen is a great source of whole food antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, amino acids and other nutrients. It can help your horse build muscle, improve condition and maintain a healthy blood count. Bee Pollen also strengthens the immune system and helps relieve allergy symptoms. Is bee pollen safe for Read more…
Symptoms. Pollen allergies (hay fever) are very common in horses, most often seen in young and old ones. Unlike humans, horses that are allergic to pollen will often show symptoms that are more similar to that of the flu ??? not like the symptoms we get that are more related Read more…
Health Warning: High Caffeine Content (32mg / 100ml.) Is Powerhorse energy drink good? It is packed with energizing ingredients such as caffeine (known for its stimulating effects), taurine and a selection of B vitamins (B6, B12, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid). Also, it has one of the lowest sugar content of Read more…
Studies indicate that approximately 10 percent of the horse population will suffer an episode of colic each year and that approximately 0.7 percent will die from colic. Is colic always fatal in horses? Colic is a painful, sometimes fatal, condition that strikes fear in the heart of any horse owner. Read more…