If a horse damages the internal structures of the hoof, it can cause a lameness. Healthy hooves should not have any cracks or rings. Cracks can make the internal structures vulnerable to potentially damaging substances, like gravel or germs. Can a horse hoof break? Hoof cracks are a very common Read more…
When performing surgery for colic for any reason in an old horse, we do prophylactically remove all pedunculated lipomas from the small intestine and small colon to prevent this problem in the future. Can lipomas be stopped? Most lipomas don’t need treatment. But if a lipoma causes pain or you’re Read more…
Venice turpentine is an age-old product that’s been used as an astringent in both the medical and farrier fields. An astringent causes biological or exposed tissues to contract, shrink or draw together. Used on sore-soled horses, thin-soled horses or when you need a tougher sole, Venice turpentine is very effective. Read more…
countable noun. A jockey is someone who rides a horse in a race. What do you call a person who jumps horses? Word forms: jockeys, jockeying, jockeyed. countable noun. A jockey is someone who rides a horse in a race. Synonyms: horse-rider, rider, equestrian More Synonyms of jockey. What is Read more…
Ocular squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the most common form of eye cancer in horses. UV light exposure is a predisposing factor for ocular SCC development. Ocular SCC can cause visual impairment or blindness and can be life threatening. What is SCC caused by? Most squamous cell carcinomas of the Read more…
If you’re interested in a career that emphasizes hands-on work with horses, consider these roles. Equine-assisted therapist. Equine dental technician. Equine nutritionist. Equine rehabilitation therapist. Equine veterinarian. Equine veterinary technician. Horse breeder. Horse trainer. What is the highest paying job with horses? High-paying equine careers Mounted police officer. National average Read more…
Iodine is a trace mineral that is essential for normal thyroid function and metabolism in the horse. Iodine is required to synthesize the thyroid hormones T4 and T3, which regulate metabolism in every cell in the body. Can a horse have too much iodine? In non-pregnant, adult horses, iodine toxicity Read more…
Helicobacter pylori infection does not cause ulcers in horses, as it does in humans. What bacteria causes horse ulcers? Helicobacter equorum, an equine-specific Helicobacter, has been isolated from feces of horses. Can H. pylori cause ulcers? H. pylori bacteria It’s common to have a H. pylori infection, and it’s usually Read more…
In wet environmental conditions, the porous structure of the hoof acts like a sponge and will absorb moisture. This excess moisture weakens the connective tissue crosslinks that hold the tubules in place. These bonds will continue to weaken and stretch if the hoof is exposed to moisture for an extended Read more…
Helicobacter pylori is a common cause of gastritis in dogs and people. Helicobacter equorum, an equine-specific Helicobacter, has been isolated from feces of horses. However, this Helicobacter is urease negative. Does H. pylori cause horse ulcers? Helicobacter pylori infection does not cause ulcers in horses, as it does in humans. Read more…