Can Horses Eat Mallow?

Small flowered mallow has been implicated as the cause of poisoning cases in horses, sheep and cattle. The incidence is rare as the plants are usually unpalatable with young animals most at risk of poisoning from small-flowered mallow. What is the most toxic plant to horses? Nine poisonous plants horses Read more…

Do Horses Need Ear Bonnets?

Ear Bonnets are a common horse accessory worn on the horses’ head to prevent bugs, flies and dirt from entering your horses’ ears, which can be irritating or distressing to the horse. Some horses have sensitive ears and maybe irritated by wind, mane or forelocks. Why do some horses wear Read more…

How Do Horse Ear Plugs Work?

Plughz Earplugs are made from lightweight, dense foam, that shapes comfortably to the ear. They deaden the loud noises that your horse hears, helping them to relax & focus on the task at hand. Why do horses wear earplugs? Ear plugs offer damping and filtering of noise to assist the Read more…

How Is Lymphatic Blockage Treated In Horses?

Ulcerative lymphangitis and internal infections require treatment with antibiotics for a month or longer. Despite appropriate treatment, 30–40% of horses with internal abscesses die because of the infection. Early, external abscesses are often treated with hot packs, poultices, or flushing with water (hydrotherapy). How do you fix lymphatic blockage? Treatment Read more…