Bruxism is a commonly observed problem in horses and it is almost always associated with stress, discomfort or pain. This behaviour is often an indicator of a painful or stressful condition in both foals and adult horses. In foals bruxism is often seen associated with the occurrence of gastric ulcers. Read more…
Arabian horses don’t just look like they have shorter backs than other horses; they actually do. This is because they have one fewer vertebrae than other horses, as well as one less pair of ribs. How many vertebrae do Arabians have? The Arabian horse has contributed its qualities to most Read more…
No, pigs cannot eat horse feed because it is too high in protein and they will get sick. Can Pigs Eat Horse Feed? Pigs are able to convert sugary food into glucose, which is why sweet foods like horse feed should not be a regular part of their diet. Can Read more…
A well fitting bridle should have all the side buckles roughly in line with the horse’s eye when fitted to the middle adjustment holes, with plenty of extra holes so that it can be adjusted up or down. It is very uncomfortable for the horse if the buckles end up Read more…
Lutalyse is used to control estrus time in estrous-cycling mares. Mares treated with Lutalyse during diestrus will return to estrus within 2 to 4 days in most cases. This serves as an aid to scheduling stallions. What does Lutalyse do in mares? Lutalyse is indicated for its luteolytic effect on Read more…
The smash hit BBC TV drama Peaky Blinders saw the welcome return of a top North East actor. Charlotte Riley plays character May Carleton, a horse trainer and rich widow, who was taken on by Thomas Shelby (Cillian Murphy) to train his horse for Epsom in season two of the Read more…
The black horse seen throughout the series represented Tommy’s own dark nature throughout the show’s events. With Tommy deciding to ride on a white horse in the Peaky Blinders season 6 ending, it signifies that he has let the past go and is charging on to a new way of Read more…
The Equine Thoracic sling forms the connection between the forelimbs and the body. Nestled between the forelimb and the rib cage, the brachial plexus lies protected. How is the forelimb attached to the thorax? It is divided into the thoracic and cervical parts and is attached to the bones by Read more…
A training surcingle, sometimes called a “roller,” has many extra rings attached, running from the ribcage up to the withers area. It usually has padding to relieve pressure on the horse’s spine. A variation of this design is used for equestrian vaulting. What are the disadvantages of lunging a horse? Read more…
Rectal Ultrasound The first ultrasound examination should take place at 14-15 days after insemination (or the last date of covering). How early can you scan a horse for pregnancy? Your mare will have her first pregnancy scan 16 – 18 days after ovulation. This scan is crucial to detect if Read more…