Because horses are such large animals, lying down for extended periods of time can restrict blood flow to important organs and limbs. This can cause extensive physical harm to your horse! What does it mean if a horse lays down a lot? Horses lay down when they need deep sleep, Read more…
A roach back is something passed on through genetics. It is a spinal curvature, opposite of a swayback. The spine is either very straight – or curved upward. What does Roach back in horses mean? Roach back, known also as kyphosis, occurs occasionally in young horses that grow rapidly. Typically, Read more…
Natural Insect Control You can also make your own fly repellant by mixing together 2 cups ACV, 1 cup water, 1 cup bath oil and 2 teaspoons of citronella. Simply mix well and spray over the horse’s coat for a natural fly repellent! How do you use vinegar on horses? Read more…
2-4 weeks. How are they spread? Lice are mainly spread by direct contact from one horse to another, but can be spread indirectly by shared rugs and grooming equipment. A louse can survive for 2-4 weeks in an environment with favourable conditions, but more frequently die off within a week. Read more…
Olive oil is a natural source of antioxidants, which can help to protect horses from the damaging effects of free radicals. It is also a good source of vitamin E, which is essential for maintaining healthy skin and coat. Another benefit of olive oil for horses is that it can Read more…
Because of the severity of her case, she should not be ridden. Most commonly referred to as a “roach back,” kyphosis is an abnormally convex portion of the spine, usually occurring in the lumbar region, explains Dr. Larkspur Carroll, owner of CORE Therapies, a veterinary equine and chiropractic clinic. Can Read more…
The liver fluke, a flatworm with suckers, is found in the bile ducts, where it causes thickening of the walls and liver damage. Horses that graze in marshy areas or drink from rivers are at risk, especially if sheep and cattle share the pasture. Liver fluke are also carried by Read more…
The best treatment for fascioliasis in horses is triclabendazole, a member of the benzimidazole family of fascioliasis (drugs that expel worms from the body). Drugs used for sheep and cattle can be toxic to horses, so seek your vet’s advice if you’re considering using these. What causes liver fluke in Read more…
Mites can also be transmitted from horse to horse, and via solid objects. Horses with feathered legs are predisposed to feather mite infestations of the lower limbs. Affected horses stamp, rub and bite their legs. How long can horse mites live without a host? The mites live on the surface Read more…
noun. fleh·men ˈflā-mən. : a mammalian behavior (as of horses or cats) in which the animal inhales with the mouth open and upper lip curled to facilitate exposure of the vomeronasal organ to a scent or pheromone. flehmen intransitive verb. What causes the flehmen response in horses? Stallions perform the Read more…