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Bags of frozen peas or corn also make good ice packs. Simply put a layer of cotton cloth between the bag and your horse’s leg, and hold the pack in place with a polo wrap. If you like, you can invest in commercial icing products. Ice boots are available that Read more…

Here are our top tips for tackling a horse with a tendency to nap: Get them checked out first. Think about where your horse naps. Go back to basics with groundwork. Stop the nap before it starts. Try going out with a companion. Get off and lead. Don’t forget to Read more…

Here’s how to keep hoof ice balls from forming. 4 easy ways to ice-proof your horse’s hooves Let your horse go barefoot. Coming into contact with the cold metal of a shoe encourages wet slush to freeze solid. Add anti-snowball pads. Try a home remedy. Get your horse hoof boots. Read more…

The leaves and stems of potato plants and other members of the nightshade family contain the alkaloid solanine, which causes nervous system impairment (weakness and incoordination), digestive problems and abdominal pain. Green parts of the plants are toxic, and all parts of the wild nightshades are poisonous. Can horses eat Read more…

The milk comes from mares or female horses. It’s low in fat and protein and high in lactose. Some have said the milk can help with skin problems. Some people in Russia and Asia have been drinking mare’s milk for more than 2,500 years. Why do they milk a horses? Read more…

Intestinal parasites can cause weight loss by interfering with the horse’s intestinal absorption of vital nutrients. Maintain regular deworming practices. What causes rapid weight loss in horses? Weight loss is a relatively common issue that horse owners are faced with. While these cases can sometimes be frustrating, for the majority Read more…

Excessive magnesium will be excreted in the urine, but overdoses have been linked to decreased calcium and phosphorus uptake, compromised intestinal integrity, heart conduction problems and renal trouble, so it’s important not to over supplement. How much magnesium oxide should I feed my horse? The amount you add will vary Read more…

“Alfalfa is one component that can be safely removed from the diet of metabolic horses. In its stead, a mid-quality grass hay should be fed in appropriate quantities,” Whitehouse said. Is alfalfa hard on horses kidneys? Answer. Alfalfa (lucerne) products, whether hay, cubes, or pellets, are not known to cause Read more…

True hypothyroidism in the adult horse is extremely rare and is seen more often in foals. Clinical signs include anemia (low red blood cell count); low body temperature, heart rate, and respiratory rate; lethargy; coarse hair coat; and obesity. What are signs of thyroid problems in horses? Clinical signs include Read more…