It’s great equine enrichment because ice is safe for horses and can be really enjoyable on hot summer days. Most horses quickly learn that shuffling their noses through the ice cubes feels wonderful. Can you put ice cubes in horses water? While you can add some ice cubes to your Read more…
female horse. Mare – A mare is a female horse aged over five. Stallion – A stallion is a male horse who is kept for breeding purposes. What is the difference between a mare and a filly? Filly: A female horse, under 4 years of age. At 4 years of Read more…
SUPER FIBRE CUBES are a good starting point for any ex-racehorse and are a great way to start increasing the fibre content of the diet. The cubes have a low starch and sugar content and are cereal free, helping to maintain an even temperament as well as supporting good digestive Read more…
Some toys which do not involve treats or licks – such as jolly balls can help keep horses amused. Non calorific licks – such as salt licks can also keep horses entertained. Can all horses have salt licks? All horses require salt in their diet, specifically sodium chloride (table salt). Read more…
white. Answer. Plain white salt blocks are safe and palatable for both cattle and horses. The classic red trace mineral block formulated for cattle is not dangerous for horses; it just doesn’t have enough of the trace minerals to balance a forage-only diet in a horse. Is a blue salt Read more…
vulgaris—the bloodworm—causes the most severe disease in horses. It burrows into the walls of arteries that supply blood to the small and large intestines, which can cause colic, tissue death, impaired intestinal function, twisting of the intestine, intussusception, bleeding and even intestinal rupture. What problems could Large strongyles cause for Read more…
Feeding too much of any treat can have negative effects on a balanced diet like lowering protein content, raising starch levels and diluting vitamins and minerals. In addition, too much of certain treats can lead to severe digestive upset and even colic or laminitis. Feed sparingly. How many treats can Read more…
Horses are programmed to eat small amounts of food on a continuous basis, so your horse will ALWAYS want another treat, but for his well-being, learn to say no. What to offer as treats. Almost any fruits, and many vegetables, are safe treats for healthy horses. Apples and carrots are Read more…
Do not feed garlic for sweet itch. Garlic stimulates the immune system, however sweet itch horses already have an overactive immune system. What does garlic do to horses? Garlic contains N-propyl disulfide. It’s an element which, in high doses, can alter your horse’s red blood cells, causing Heinz body anemia. Read more…
Often, a mare in labour will walk continuously — only lying down to give birth. She may also swish her tail, look at her sides and kick at her abdomen. If she eats, drinks, defecates and urinates as normal, you don’t need to suspect colic. The first stage of labour Read more…