All breeds of horses are born with naturally long tails, however docking tails became popular years ago in both riding and working horses. Can a horse be born without a tail? Filly Sorrento, by Billy Be Cool, was born completely tail-less four weeks ago at Hill Valley Stud, Lincs. Owner Read more…
If you have the facilities, stabling horses through the hottest parts of the day, providing their stable remains cool, is an option to consider. However, inadequately ventilated stables can become uncomfortably hot and stuffy and your horse’s management must be changed gradually to reduce the risk of colic. Should horses Read more…
Without protection, a sunburn can cause severe and painful blistering, especially around the horse’s more sensitive areas, including: Eyes. Muzzle. Lips. What do you do for a horse with sunburn? Treating a Sunburn If your horse gets mild sunburn on his muzzle or face, apply a soothing ointment such as Read more…
Once a black horse’s fur has bleached from UV exposure, you won’t be able to change the color back. The horse’s coat will remain faded until its winter coat grows in. How do you fix a sun bleached horse? Spraying a UV protectant such as Corona® Detangler & Shine on Read more…
If a mask doesn’t work for your horse, you can use human sunscreen on his vulnerable patches of skin. If possible, store a tube just outside his stall so you’ll be less likely to forget to apply it when you turn him out. Be careful, however, to avoid getting sunscreen Read more…
Owners of pink-skinned horses need to keep a very close eye on them during the summer months as sunburn happens easily on pink skin – nose, ears, backs, and even lower legs. Any hairless patches from scarring are also susceptible to sunburn. Can I use sunscreen on my horses nose? Read more…
Albino and cremello horses can sunburn on other areas as well. Preventing sunburn is not only important for your horse’s comfort, but also for preventing future health issues. Putting fly masks or fly sheets on horses with a sunburn can turn into a painful and negative experience. Do white horses Read more…
Despite being covered by hair, the sun’s rays can still penetrate this and reach the skin. Pigmentation in the hair and skin provides some protection against UV light. So, horses with little or no pigmentation, such as greys, palominos, duns, or cremellos, are more prone to sunburn. How do you Read more…
Prevention of Heat Stress in Horses Provide access to fresh water. Provide access to shade. Reduce ride time and intensity when it is hot and humid. Ride in the morning or evening when it is the coolest. Ask your veterinarian about providing electrolytes in times of strenuous work and increased Read more…
St. Mark’s Basilica. In 1204 CE, Constantinople was sacked by Crusaders, and many of the treasures, including the four horses, were shipped to western Europe. From 1204 CE, these four beautiful horses grace the terrace at St. Mark’s Basilica. What happened to the horses of Saint Mark in 1797? They Read more…