However, an amateur horse could gallop at about 25 to 30 mph for a short distance, while a well-trained amateur cyclist could probably only achieve speeds of 20 to 25 mph. In summary, over a short distance a horse and a cyclist would be either a close race, or would Read more…
Gnats are really fond of tails and mane crests. They also love smells – from sunscreen, to wound sprays, to face cream, to perfume. How do I control gnats in my horse? Answer: Essentria IC3 can be applied on horses for control of gnats. You will mix 3 fl oz Read more…
Q: My farrier’s found maggots in my horse’s feet. Is this normal and why would they be in there? A: This tends to occur in the spring and summer months when there’s a period of warm weather, and is usually found in horses with overgrown feet, ones with deep clefts Read more…
A: Bed bugs don’t live on pets or spend as much time on your pet as the more common pests (such as fleas, ticks, lice and mites), but they can bite your pets. Do horses have bed bugs? Hosts of the common bed bug include humans, mice, rats, rabbits, guinea Read more…
Scent marking Pack animals like dogs often mark their territory by urinating on things. Rolling in poop may be an alternative way for dogs to try and mask the strong scent of another animal with their own. Why does my dog like to roll in horse poop? They like the Read more…
I like it because it doesn’t smell like typical fly spray (it actually smells floral) and repels a broad range of biting pests including stable flies, mosquitoes, and midges. Here are the steps that I have found most useful: Set the nozzle to Mist from the Off position. Can humans Read more…
Benefits of Feeding Garlic to Horses Acts as a fly repellent, keeping away midges, gnats, flies, and mosquitos away. What scent keeps horseflies away? Burn Candles & Torches. If you’re having a backyard barbecue or other outdoor gathering, you can help stop horse flies from attacking your guests by burning Read more…
Using garlic as a supplement in your horse or pony’s diet has many benefits. Many horse owners feed an equine garlic supplement for its insect repelling qualities. Why is garlic good for horses? Not only can garlic help to protect your horse from biting insects, but when consumed garlic has Read more…
Detecting a deficiency is difficult, but a clear sign of a vitamin E deficiency is a dry or damaged coat or skin. Characterized by patchy, dry, and inflamed fur, skin, or mane, these symptoms are signs that your horse needs more vitamin E in their diet. What are the signs Read more…
Fresh green grass is appealing to most horses, and turnout on good pasture will help horses maintain an adequate supply of potassium. What source does potassium come from? Sources of Potassium. Potassium is found in a wide variety of plant and animal foods and in beverages. Many fruits and vegetables Read more…