Treating a Sunburn If your horse gets mild sunburn on his muzzle or face, apply a soothing ointment such as aloe. Then put a heavy coating of sunscreen over that to minimize further injury. Make sure your horse has access to plenty of fresh, clean water; hydration helps heal damaged Read more…
A horse cooling blanket (also called a cooler or cooling sheet) can help dry your sweaty horse after training. It also keeps your horse warm and comfortable if it gets wet in the rain or snow. What does a cooler blanket do for a horse? Coolers should be used after Read more…
In 1797 they were looted by General Bonaparte and located in front of the Louvre Museum on the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel in Paris, till 1815 when that same general, by then Emperor Napoleon, lost everything. Where are the horses of Saint Mark? VeniceToday, these horses can be seen Read more…
Use Black Electrical Tape to Secure Your Braids After you have braided your horse’s mane, we recommend using black electrical tape to secure the braids. Can you leave horse braids in overnight? “Unless your horse absolutely leaves braids alone, do not leave braids in overnight or when the horse can Read more…
People expect ringworm patches to be circular, but they can be any shape. Usually, the tufts of affected hair fall out, leaving the skin underneath looking raw and sore. Classically, ringworm develops into grey, flaking areas with broken hairs, but the coat will gradually regrow over the next month. What Read more…
Sudocrem is not the best product to use on wounds, and it is not a product that we recommend on our Horse First Aid Courses. You won’t find it on our Horse First Aid Checklist either. Sudocrem has a water repellent base consists of waxes and oils and it contains Read more…
Scratches refers to irritated or infected skin on the pastern or heel bulbs. These conditions often occur from horses being exposed to moisture (e.g. mud, wet bedding) for a long time. You can treat mild cases by washing the affected area and keeping it clean and dry. What is the Read more…
Chewing lice are active and can be seen moving through the hair. Horses can be treated with sprays of pyrethrins, synthetic pyrethrins, or the organophosphate coumaphos to kill lice. A wipe-on formula is also available and is especially useful for treating horses that react to sprayer noises. How do you Read more…
Since Cushing’s disease makes it hard for your horse to stay cool in warm weather and warm in cool weather, blanket him in the winter as necessary, and body-clip him in the summer if necessary. Be sure he has shade, shelter, and access to fresh water. Limit grass exposure. What Read more…
Horses draw mosquitoes for a number of reasons, and this attraction puts them at increased risk of the diseases and infections associated with bites. How do I keep mosquitoes away from my horse? Minimize your Horse’s Exposure Keeping your horse inside during dawn and dusk hours when mosquitoes are most Read more…