There is not a magical nutrient that will target the hoof, but ensuring the horse is receiving adequate nutrition will often correct some hoof problems. Many horses with hoof issues, even those with adequate nutrition, will benefit from added biotin, methionine, lysine and specific trace minerals (copper and zinc). Do Read more…
Helicobacter pylori is a common cause of gastritis in dogs and people. Helicobacter equorum, an equine-specific Helicobacter, has been isolated from feces of horses. However, this Helicobacter is urease negative. Does H. pylori cause horse ulcers? Helicobacter pylori infection does not cause ulcers in horses, as it does in humans. Read more…
Helicobacter pylori infection does not cause ulcers in horses, as it does in humans. What bacteria causes horse ulcers? Helicobacter equorum, an equine-specific Helicobacter, has been isolated from feces of horses. Can H. pylori cause ulcers? H. pylori bacteria It’s common to have a H. pylori infection, and it’s usually Read more…
Ocular squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the most common form of eye cancer in horses. UV light exposure is a predisposing factor for ocular SCC development. Ocular SCC can cause visual impairment or blindness and can be life threatening. What is SCC caused by? Most squamous cell carcinomas of the Read more…
Venice turpentine is an age-old product that’s been used as an astringent in both the medical and farrier fields. An astringent causes biological or exposed tissues to contract, shrink or draw together. Used on sore-soled horses, thin-soled horses or when you need a tougher sole, Venice turpentine is very effective. Read more…
Horses will also obtain this mineral from water and from soil while they are grazing or eating hay off the ground. Iron levels in soil are correlated with clay levels. Clay based soils tend to have the highest levels of iron while limestone and sandstone have the lowest. How do Read more…
Why Seaweed for horses? Generally people will add seaweed to their horse’s feed to supply trace minerals that are lacking in the pasture, hay and concentrates being fed to the horse. Effectively, seaweed is used as a trace mineral supplement. What does seaweed do for a horse? Seaweed for horses Read more…
Seaweed contains good levels of iodine and is a good way of boosting iodine in horse diets. Can horses eat dried seaweed? Seaweed can be fed safely to horses and may have some benefits to offer. However, if you are using a seaweed supplement, it’s crucial that you establish whether Read more…
Feeding seaweed to horses Feed 5-6 x 25ml level scoops per day for an average horse with 500kg of body weight. Reduce to half this amount for maintenance levels. Seaweed can be fed throughout the year to maintain iodine levels and support your horse’s health. Can horses eat raw seaweed? Read more…
St John’s wort (hypericum perforatum) poisoning in horses is a toxicity which occurs as a result of the equine consuming the weed which contains hypericin, a chemical known to cause photosensitization in horses, sheep, cattle and goats. Protect yourself and your pet. Can horses take St John’s wort? If eaten Read more…