White, foamy sweat is a by-product of over-strenuous work or being exercised in excessive heat. White sweat contains proteins, which take too long to dissipate to make an effective method of cooling the horse’s body. What causes foamy sweat? “White, foamy sweat is a by-product of over-strenuous work or being Read more…
Only primates, such as monkeys and apes, and horses have lots of sweat glands that allow them to sweat as much as humans do. All those other mammals still need to regulate their body temperature, though. What animals sweat the most? In addition to higher primates (monkeys, apes and humans), Read more…
Laying down too long can cut off circulation and cause skin ulcers, or even muscle damage and eventual kidney failure. Sometimes horses lay down and get stuck in a position that prevents them from getting up again—which is called getting cast. How long is normal for a horse to lay Read more…
Temperament. American Quarter Horses are generally calm and docile. They are also highly intelligent; however, most are easily trained, handled, and kept. Because of their gentle and steady demeanor, the breed is an ideal family horse and well suited for the beginning rider. What horse breed is the most gentle? Read more…
Omega 3’s are very difficult to over supplement and there is no known ‘overdose’ level. There is some risk to feeding too much however. Horses & dogs who have diagnosed bleeding disorders are one such group that Omega 3’s can be a risk for. How much omega-3 should I give Read more…
Yes, you can get a DUI on a horse because if falls under the expansive definition of vehicle found in Maryland Transportation Article 11-176 which says a vehicle is any device, in, on, or by which any individual or property is or might be transported or towed on a highway. Read more…
B12 Injections are for Horses, dogs, and greyhounds suffering from pernicious anemia. Pernicious Anemia occurs when pets are unable to absorb sufficient vitamin B12 from their dietary food sources and therefore require intramuscular injections to aid absorption. How much B12 can you give a horse? 1 to 2 mLDOSAGE AND Read more…
Inject subcutaneously or intramuscularly. May be injected intravenously at the discretion of the veterinarian. Cattle, Horses, Swine and Sheep–1 to 2 mL. How can vitamin B12 be administered? If your vitamin B12 deficiency is caused by a lack of the vitamin in your diet, you may be prescribed vitamin B12 Read more…
Farmers may bury their own domestic livestock on their own property not qualifying as wetlands or a floodway, as long as the burial does not cause odors, is at a sufficient depth to prevent wildlife or other animals from excavating the remains and is allowed per all other requirements such Read more…
After two years of age, your horse’s growth will slow down substantially. While they will not reach their full adult height for another few years, you can start them on a low maintenance dose of a joint supplement as young as age two. When should I start joint supplements? 30s-40s Read more…