Some parasitic worms, particularly nematodes (roundworms), can cause diseases of the skin in horses and other animals. What are the signs of a worm infestation in horses? Symptoms of worm infections in horses Weight loss. Colic. Diarrhea or constipation. Rough hair coat. Poor growth in foals. Respiratory problems. (nasal discharge, Read more…
Hair loss in the horse can be caused by something simple, such as environment and temperature, or it can be caused by an infectious skin disease, such as ringworm (fungus) that invades the hair follicles of the skin; dermatophilosis, a superficial bacterial skin disease; or be the result of scratching Read more…
RED HORSE was established in October 1965 when the first two squadrons –554th and 555th — were activated. These units were trained and then deployed to Vietnam in early 1966 to provide a heavier engineering capability than Prime BEEF. The first two units were so successful that more squadrons were Read more…
Today, the 554th is one of only four active duty REDHORSE squadrons in the Air Force and the only REDHORSE unit assigned to PACAF. What bases are RED HORSE? There are four active-duty, 4 Air Force Reserve Command, and five Air National Guard RED HORSE squadrons: 554th RED HORSE Squadron, Read more…
Your veterinarian will usually prescribe a lime-sulfur solution, to be applied by dip, spray, or sponge. Several treatments, applied 12 to 14 days apart, are often recommended. A group of drugs called macrocyclic lactones are effective against sarcoptic mange. These drugs are usually given by mouth in horses. What is Read more…
Signs include: Intense itchiness – itching can become so severe that the horse scratches itself on anything available including posts, stable doors and trees. Vigorous tail swishing in an effort to keep the insects away. Excessive mutual grooming from field companions. How do you test for sweet itch in horses? Read more…
16 to 17 hands. Docile and patient in nature, Belgians have thick muscles, heavy bodies, and short legs. They average 16 to 17 hands (64 to 68 inches, or 163 to 173 cm) tall and weigh 1,800 to 2,200 pounds (820 to 1,000 kg). Is a Belgian horse bigger than Read more…
Antidandruff shampoos formulated for horses can dissolve flakes and scales. A gentle, soapy scrubbing with a soft-fingered curry can also help loosen oily scales. But don’t get carried away: Too much washing can dry the skin and make dandruff worse. How do you treat dandruff in horses? Massaging a moisturizer Read more…
The Drum Horse is not a Gypsy Vanner or Gypsy Horse; it is generally a cross between a Gypsy Horse and a Shire or Clydesdale. What is the difference between a Drum Horse and Gypsy Vanner? What is the difference between the Gypsy Cob / Gypsy Vanner and the Drum Read more…
The Gypsy Vanner Horse is a hearty draft style horse that is generally 13 to 16 hands in height. The head of a Gypsy Vanner is pleasant with an intelligent eye. The topline is said to be “level” with its natural aligned curvature from wither to tail head. How big Read more…