Hays with increased water-holding capacity may help to improve fecal consistency in horses with loose stools. Generally, grass hays such as Timothy hay are recommended over Alfalfa hay. Short fibre hay cubes, pellets or chopped hay are generally recommended over long fibre hay for horses with gastrointestinal upset. What can Read more…
Colic is a word that every horse owner dreads. Unfortunately, most horses will suffer from colic at some point and it is essential for you to know how to identify the symptoms and what to do next. What is a horse stomach ache called? Colic is a term used to Read more…
Bismuth subsalicylate, commonly known as the human product Pepto-Bismol®, is not recommended for horses. What does Pepto Bismol do for horses? For the treatment of GI upsets in foals. Especially good for treating diarrhea in the young foal. What can you give a horse for an upset stomach? Hays with Read more…
The fungus produces the mycotoxin slaframine which causes the slobbers. It can be present on both pasture and in stored dry hay. The fungus persists on infected fields from year to year. Slaframine will persist in stored hay for 10 months or more; though its biological activity decreases. How do Read more…
If you want to see if your horse has stomach problems, you can give it 1/2 cup of Mylanta (Calcium Carbonate) or 20 Tums 3 – 5 times per day for several days. If you see any type of changes, you need to treat your horse. It may or may Read more…
Feed one to two tablespoons of plain loose salt per day and provide free choice, loose salt at all times. If your horse has experienced a prolonged episode of diarrhea, supplementation with an electrolyte may be recommended to restore electrolyte levels. What can I give my horse to stop diarrhea? Read more…
Indications: For horses, as an aid in the treatment and prevention of diarrhea or gastrointestinal inflammation. Is Pepto Bismol good for horses? Bismuth subsalicylate, commonly known as the human product Pepto-Bismol®, is not recommended for horses. How much Pepto Bismol can I give a horse? Horses, Cattle- 6 to 10 Read more…
Grazing animals can sometimes consume plants that have spines, burrs or sharp awns on the seeds that can injure the tissues of the mouth causing the horse to drool. When horse’s drool profusely over long periods of time, the culprit is usually a fungus that grows on white and red Read more…
Some of the most common causes of a cold back include: pressure from a poorly fitting saddle; aggravation of previous injuries to back muscle; or problems with your horse’s teeth or feet, which cause them to readjust their posture. What makes a horse Cinchy? What is a “cinchy” horse? A Read more…
Colic may occur due to poor motility. In most cases, the cause of poor motility isn’t clear. Poor motility may relate to infections in the gut or in the abdominal cavity. These horses often become sick due to toxins coming from the gut. Why is colic so common in horses? Read more…