Having beans will cause your horse discomfort, a bit like walking with a stone constantly in your shoe. The signs that your horse needs his sheath cleaned include having problems passing urine and you will visibly see build up of smegma on the outside of the penis. How do you Read more…
Cantharidin toxicosis in horses has become an increasing problem in certain regions of the United States. Toxicosis occurs when horses ingest alfalfa hay or products that are contaminated with “blister” beetles. What causes cantharidin? Cantharidin is produced by insects in the Meloidae family, commonly known as blister beetles. More than Read more…
There are also several injectable commercial antihistamines that are labeled for use in horses. These contain pyrilamine maleate and/or tripelennamine and act more rapidly given by injection. What antihistamines can you use on horses? Tripelennamine is used in horses to treat allergic problems such as hives and itchy skin reactions Read more…
There are a variety of soothing creams and shampoos available. These can help to calm the inflamed and itchy areas of skin. For horses that are more severely affected, antihistamines or other medications like steroids can help to reduce the intense itching and make them more comfortable. What can I Read more…
Horses have oval-shaped hooves, long tails, short hair, long slender legs, muscular and deep torso build, long thick necks, and large elongated heads. The mane is a region of coarse hairs, which extends along the dorsal side of the neck in both domestic and wild species. What kind of horse Read more…
Marquis® is the first FDA approved treatment for equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM). Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) is a common neurologic disease of horses living in the Americas. What is Marquis used for in horses? Marquis (ponazuril) is indicated as an aid in reducing the clinical severity of Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis Read more…
To be balanced, you need to have a correct riding position—you need to be sitting equally on both of your seat bones, centered in your body and strong in your middle part”. Thus, an unbalanced rider is not able to ride the horse in balance. Instead, the horse needs to Read more…
There are several different treatments available. But it’s best to start by shampooing the whole horse with a fungicidal shampoo to remove the dead hair and dandruff that protects the fungus. Iodine-based shampoos are effective, but some horses show an allergic reaction to iodine. Will iodine get rid of ringworm? Read more…
Preventing Ringworm Outbreaks Isolate and monitor new horses for two to three weeks before allowing them to interact with the other horses in your yard. Ensure all horses have their own grooming kit and riding tack. Disinfect equipment after use. Avoid contact with strange horses. How can ringworms be prevented? Read more…
Other causes of mane and tail hair loss include: Clinging dirt that irritates the horse and also causes rubbing. Braiding that is too tight. Allergies or sensitivities, usually to grooming products. Nutritional deficiencies, including essential fats. Tangles and knots (see below) Why would a horses mane fall out? Hair loss Read more…