In the horse industry gelatin is used as a feed supplement to aid in hoof and hair growth and to strengthen the hoof. Just like humans take gelatin to grow strong nails and hair, it is safely fed to horses for the same reasons. How can I make my horses Read more…
The first test you can do to check if your horse is dehydrated is the skin-pinch test. Pinch the skin near the point of the shoulder. If the skin snaps back quickly your horse is sufficiently hydrated. If it takes the skin two to four seconds to snap back, your Read more…
In the dry form, small flakes of skin appear routinely, usually at the base of the mane and tail, and sand-like flecks may appear on the girth area or anywhere sweat accumulates. How do you treat dry skin on horses? Regular grooming with clean grooming tools will help keep your Read more…
Horses lose hair because of heat, parasites, bacteria, insects, and even serious diseases such as cancer. These factors may affect the hair follicle causing hair to fall off, slow down hair growth, or cause the horse to scratch so much, leading to bald patches that can worsen over time. Why Read more…
ARGAN OIL: FOR BEAUTIFUL HAIR AND A SOFT MUZZLE The oil is not only used for us humans. It is just as good and effective for animals, especially dogs, cats, and horses. What oil is best for horses coat? Cold pressed flax/linseed oil, canola or soybean oil or any oils Read more…
Soothing lotion can help bring comfort to the horse and return its skin to the proper biological balance. Adding a spray-on or lotion based balsam to your gooming routine can prevent irritation or heal wounds and rough patches. How do you moisturize a horse’s skin? Herbal remedies like aloe, comfrey, Read more…
A common problem for many horses is a dull coat and flaky dry skin, often caused by medical skin conditions such as parasites, scaly and crusty dermatitis, sweet itch, rain rot, and Onchocerciasis dermatitis. These conditions can lead to hair loss, flakiness, lumps and bumps, and extreme itching. How do Read more…
If this is the case, we find that spraying a vegetable-oil-based solution (half water, half oil) will do the trick. Other clients have found that Pam® Cooking Spray serves the same function. If you are not afraid of a little goopy mess, try coating your horse’s hooves in Vaseline or Read more…
Warmer than normal temperatures slow or halt the growth of the winter coat. Other less critical but still important factors influencing hair growth include the individual’s nutritional status, overall health and genetics. How do I get my horse to grow a winter coat? The real trigger for winter coat growth Read more…
The oil promotes good gut health and can even assist will colic and ulcers. Is coconut oil good for ulcers in horses? Improving Gut Health It’s been reported to assist with ulcers, acidosis, colic and dysbiosis and is particularly helpful for horses on a grain-based feed. What does coconut oil Read more…