Bladder Infection in Horses Infection and inflammation of the bladder caused by bacteria is called bacterial cystitis. In horses, cystitis is likely to be the result of an obstruction in the urinary tract or paralysis of the bladder (which may be the result of nerve damage). What causes bladder infections Read more…
Hair and skin health: Horse gram benefits for hair and skin are well known— aids in hair growth and shine. Applying horse gram paste topically can also treat boils and rashes on the skin. What are the benefits of horse gram? Health benefits of horse gram 1: May help with Read more…
How to break in new riding boots Wear them around the house. Heat the leather up with a hairdryer, then stuff with newspaper or boot trees that widen. Walk up and down the stairs multiple times. How do I make my riding boots more comfortable? Wear them with two pairs Read more…
Buckle the girth to the billets on the horse’s right side. The girth attaches to the billets like a standard leather belt buckle. What side does the girth go on a horse? Start by attaching the girth to the girth billets on the horse’s right side, or off side, and Read more…
The height of the boot should fit slightly taller than you’d want initially as they will drop around the ankle area over time. The amount they drop will depend on the style of boot, you should allow for 1-2 inches of dropping on a leather field boot and around 3/4 Read more…
Hoof boots are commonly seen as a substitute to horseshoes, either as a backup for a thrown shoe when a farrier is not available, or as an alternative form of hoof protection for a barefoot horse. Horse boots are used in all riding disciplines and are particularly popular for trail Read more…
Recently, Egyptian researchers reported* that garlic—an herb with a long and illustrious history in non-Western medicine—has gastroprotective effects and could potentially be used to help manage horses with gastric ulcers. How much garlic should you give a horse? Recommended Garlic Dosing for Horses According to the National Research Council (2009), Read more…
But not all horses need hoof boots. If your horse is barefoot and you plan to ride over rough surfaces like rocky terrains, you should use hoof boots to protect its feet. The advantage of horse boots is that horses can even wear them over horseshoes for extra protection. Do Read more…
Fetlock boots are generally used for show jumping with tendon boots to provide protection and can be used for schooling and competition, when allowed. Fetlock boots generally come in two designs. One is more of an all-purpose boot, where additional padding is provided inside the fetlock. What boots do horses Read more…
Peas are a particularly good source of what are known as essential amino acids, which need to be provided in the diet. The good-quality protein of peas supports optimum muscle tone and integrity, making them ideal for working horses, broodmares and growing foals. What does pea protein do for horses? Read more…