What Is Horse Shock?

When a horse goes into shock, the body’s response includes shutting down the circulatory system, depriving the body of oxygen and leading to major organ failure, and ultimately, death. What do you give a horse for shock? In the field, treatment for shock is usually going to be fluid therapy, Read more…

Why Use A Crupper On A Horse?

A crupper is used to keep the equipment placed on a horse’s back from slipping forward. Cruppers are seen most often on horse harnesses. They are also used on the surcingles of bitting rigs, riding saddles, and, occasionally, pack saddles. Is a crupper necessary? Cruppers are necessary on most mules, Read more…