What Is A Soft Palate In Horses?

An anatomical structure called the soft palate contributes to the horse’s inability to mouth-breathe. Simply described, the soft palate is a musculomucosal sheet that separates the pharynx into oral and nasal compartments. What happens when a horse displaces its soft palate? Dorsal displacement of the soft palate (DDSP) describes the Read more…

Did Indo Europeans Ride Horses?

Abstract. Archaeological evidence of horse domestication dates from 4000 BC in the Eurasian Steppes of the Ukraine. There, Indo-Europeans rode horses and herded them for meat. When did Europeans start riding horses? around 4500 BCHorses have been a part of European culture since ancient times, but it wasn’t until around Read more…

Do I Need Prescription For Bute For Horses?

Summary. Bute is a prescription drug, only to be dispensed by a licensed veterinarian. Only use this medication as directed by your veterinarian. Phenylbutazone (Bute) is the most common NSAID (non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) prescribed for horses. What is the best Bute substitute? Devil’s ClawSAFE HERBAL ALTERNATIVES The herbal alternative Read more…

Is No Bute A Painkiller For Horses?

Phenylbutazone (Bute) is an analgesic (relieves pain) and anti-inflammatory medication, commonly used for the treatment of lameness in horses. What is an alternative to Bute for horses? There are several NSAID options for horses needing pain relief or anti-inflammatory properties that cannot be given Bute, including Banamine, Ketofen, and Equioxx. Read more…