Prolonged running or jogging creates a great risk of scoliosis progression. Horseback riding also compresses and jars the spine. If you pound a bent nail with a hammer, it becomes more bent. We suggest limiting running to 400 meters, which is one lap around the track, or less. What sport Read more…
Scoliosis, a lateral deviation of the vertebral column, is uncommon in the horse. Congenital scoliosis has been reported only in the thoracolumbar vertebrae related to vertebral malformation (Jeffcott 1980; Vandeplassche et al. 1984). Can you do horse riding with scoliosis? Horse riding is a very enjoyable hobby, and one that Read more…
A smoky black could also be produced by breeding one horse with only the cream dilution, such as a palomino, to a bay or black horse carrying only the extension gene, but no cream dilution. As foals, smoky blacks look identical to black foals without cream. What colors make a Read more…
Distinguish a black horse by its entirely black coat, mane, and tail. Black horses have black points and a dark black coat all over their body. There are no brown, red, or lighter colors on a true black horse. White markings can appear on a black horse. How can I Read more…
Facial eczema is a disease of cattle, sheep, deer, goats, llamas and alpacas (but not horses). What is facial eczema caused by? Facial Eczema (FE) is a disease which causes lowered production, skin irritation and peeling and sometimes death. Facial eczema is caused by a toxin (sporidesmin) produced by the Read more…
While any horse can get a sunburn if left out unprotected, certain ones are more vulnerable to the sun’s damage. For example, pink-skinned animals are more susceptible because their skin lacks melanin, the pigment that helps to protect from the ultraviolet (UV) rays. Is it bad for horses to be Read more…
Use sunscreen While there are sunscreen products specifically made for horses–such as Quic Shade and Quic Screen–it appears that sunscreen products made for humans are just as safe to use on our equine companions. Can human sunscreen be used on horses? If a mask doesn’t work for your horse, you Read more…
Zinc Oxide Ointment is a protective astringent and antiseptic ointment for topical application to aid in the management of superficial wounds and abrasions of horses, cattle, sheep and swine. Rugby Zinc Oxide Ointment is used to help dry the oozing and weeping of poison oak, poison ivy and poison sumac Read more…
Pink Powder contains live probiotic yeast and prebiotics to optimise gut function and balance the diet, allowing your horse to fully utilize his feed intake and gain perfect condition. Is pink powder good? A pink-toned setting powder. Yes, seriously! By simply baking your under eyes with a pink-toned powder, not Read more…
If your horse is prone to skin issues, put baby powder on his feet once they’re dry; it helps to absorb any remaining moisture. If you’re showing and need to brighten up clipped white legs, you can do so by rubbing baby powder onto the areas. Can you put talcum Read more…