Horses undergo treatment and different routines all the time – and wind surgery is unlikely to severely impact a horses running on their next outing. In fact, having the operation could even improve their chances of winning a race, as they are now less likely to endure a blockage of Read more…
The cause of Sallenders and Mallenders is the overproduction of keratin, the building block of hair, horn and that beautiful, luxurious feather. There is no cure for Sallenders and Mallenders but it can be managed easily. Can Mallenders cause lameness? Increased keratin is the reason these breeds have such beautiful Read more…
“When they are not collected and are on the forehand, their front feet are moving later than their hind feet and their shoes can be pulled off.” Behavior: Some horses loosen their shoes by kicking stall walls, pawing or weaving. Others may even learn how to pull off their shoes, Read more…
20% of horses lose 80% of the shoes. Nearly all horseshoes are lost at the horse’s home. The most frequent reasons for shoe loss are the environment where the horse spends most of his time and an unaware owner. How do I keep my horseshoes from coming off? 1. Use Read more…
That said, you can still give them equine-related gifts that they’ll love — and that can help them prepare for future riding opportunities. Horse Books. Horse books make great gifts. Horse Themed Clothing. Horse Themed Accessories. Horse Themed Jewelry. Show Helmet. Boots Socks. Riding Boots. Spur Straps and Spurs. What Read more…
Use a wire brush to remove any rust and dirt. Put them in a bucket with white vinegar and soak overnight to clean them. After soaking the horseshoes overnight, rinse them with water. How do you clean a horseshoe? Place the horseshoe in a plastic container. Add enough white vinegar Read more…
Farriers. Alternative titles for this job include Farriers make and fit horseshoes and care for horses’ hooves. What is a horseshoe maker called? A farrier is a skilled craftsperson with a sound knowledge of both theory and practice of the craft, capable of shoeing all types of equine feet, whether Read more…
Horses with EPM most commonly have abnormalities of gait but also may present with signs of brain disease. The disease ranges in severity from mild lameness to sudden recumbency and clinical signs usually are progressive. Does EPM cause lameness? Symptoms of EPM Owners frequently notice obscure lameness, stumbling and incoordination. Read more…
Raccoons also carry a disease called leptospirosis. What are the first signs of EPM in horses? Owners frequently notice obscure lamenesslamenessLameness is an abnormal gait or stance of an animal that is the result of dysfunction of the locomotor system. In the horse, it is most commonly caused by pain, Read more…
Magic Cushion® hoof packing is proven* to provide fast, soothing relief for overworked, overheated hooves. It helps supports hoof health in several ways, and starts working to reduce hoof heat within one hour. Magic Cushion is trusted by top farriers, and uses natural ingredients. What does Magic Cushion do for Read more…