Dermorphin, also known as “frog juice” is a substance found in the skin of a type of South American frog. It acts a strong painkiller and stimulant when administered to horses. Possibly as a result of tips from track workers, officials also found dermorphin among seized materials after a racetrack Read more…
Even now, the wolf is one of the few predators that eats wild horses. Grizzly bears and mountain lions may also occasionally attack a horse. What eats a horse? The horse, a prey animal, depends on flight as its primary means of survival. Its natural predators are large animals such Read more…
Persistent coughing, flaring nostrils and labored breathing are common signs of severe equine asthma. The impact equine asthma has on a horse’s quality of life, and the potential to train or compete varies depending on the severity of symptoms. When should I worry about my horse coughing? Dr Westermann is Read more…
Anti-inflammatory drugs may also be needed to make the horse feel better and keep eating. “Banamine (flunixin meglumine) or bute (phenylbutazone) are often used for this purpose,” she adds. But the common denominator for horses with respiratory ailments is the need for rest and supportive care. How long does it Read more…
If you have an extra horse stall in your barn, turning it into your chicken coop can be a great way to utilize the space! Can you keep chickens in the barn? A barn, shed, or garage can make a suitable indoor living space. for chickens so long as certain Read more…
If your horse is sore after shoeing, contact your farrier immediately to identify the underlying issue. Pack the foot with an anti-inflammatory product until the farrier can get to the horse. The cause can be as simple as a hot nail—a nail placed a bit too close to the sensitive Read more…
The Dock. The Dock. The area at the top of the tail is called the dock. Below the skin are muscles and the extension of the vertebrae from the spine. Continue to 29 of 29 below. What is the hair on a horses tail called? The tail of the horse Read more…
Box-walking is a repetitive behaviour problem that is most commonly seen in stabled horses. It may reflect frustration of their motivation to move and exercise and can be treated and/or prevented by providing plenty of forage, turnout and social contact. How do you manage a walking box? To reduce the Read more…
Conformation refers to the shape or structure of a horse, and it can impact a horse’s athletic ability. Generally, a horse’s neck should be one and a half times the length of the head. The neck should tie into the horse’s body fairly high to provide good chest space. Why Read more…
It can be caused by infection from Actinomyces bovis or Brucella abortus organisms, but may also occur due to parasite infestation, skin trauma, or badly fitting horse tack. What is poll evil in a horse? Poll evil is an undsoundess in which the top of the head remains sore and Read more…