Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are the most commonly used drug for pain management in horses. Examples include bute (e.g. Equipalazone), flunixin (e.g. Equinixin or Finadyne) and meloxicam (e.g. Metacam). These medications relieve pain and help in the reduction of inflammation and fever. How do you deal with severe chronic pain? Read more…
AspirEze Aspirin Gel for Horses. Is there aspirin for horses? AniMed AniPrin F Aspirin USP Powdered Pain Relief Powder is a horse aspirin specially blended with the flavor of sweet molasses. This pain relief powder works to reduce fever, relieve minor muscular aches and joint pain. Simply mix this palatable Read more…
The most common NSAIDS used in equine medicine include: Phenylbutazone (bute, PBZ) Flunixin. Meloxicam. Ketoprofen. Aspirin. Firocoxib. What is the best anti-inflammatory for horses? Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are the most commonly used drug for pain management in horses. Examples include bute (e.g. Equipalazone), flunixin (e.g. Equinixin or Finadyne) and Read more…
There were also gladiators that fought on horse with a sword known as “equites” and the “dimachaerus” who fought with two swords at once. Where did gladiators wait to fight? The ColiseumThe Coliseum The upper level was reserved for the commoners. Under the floor of the Coliseum was a labyrinth Read more…
If your horse is on regular ‘bute’ treatment, you may buy a box at a time either direct from your vet or using a prescription from an online pharmacy. Can I buy medicine online? There’s no limit to the types of products you can purchase online. You can even purchase Read more…
When horses pace back and forth near a fence it is usually a sign of anxiety. If you have a horse that is walking back and forth restlessly in one area, possibly wearing a track in the dirt or grass, this could be a sign that your horse is nervous, Read more…
In severe damage, the limb may become very painful and swollen and the horse may be severely lame. If the tendon is ruptured, the horse may walk with the toe tipped up. If a tendon sheath becomes infected, the horse will also be very lame. Are horses lame when they Read more…
The true horse migrated from the Americas to Eurasia via Beringia, becoming broadly distributed from North America to central Europe, north and south of Pleistocene ice sheets. It became extinct in Beringia around 14,200 years ago, and in the rest of the Americas around 10,000 years ago. Where did Europeans Read more…
Treatment of Muscle Strain in Horses If detected in the acute phase, ice therapy is useful to provide pain relief and reduce inflammation. Massaging the muscles is useful after the first 48 hours and helps relax the muscles, encourages blood flow, and helps prevent scar tissue from developing. How long Read more…
If you suspect that your horse has a tendon injury, you should call your veterinarian immediately. A clinical examination will confirm or deny your concerns. Your veterinarian will look for signs of thickening of the affected tendon(s), heat, pain on palpation etc. How long does pulling a tendon take to Read more…