Contracted heels are characterized by a narrowing of the heel between the two bulbs, the soft fleshy area where the hoof wall, heel and coronary band come together. When this happens, it is important to provide the proper hoof support in order to manage the condition, improve hoof health and Read more…
Leg straps should be loose enough to prevent chafing – but not hanging down low. Surcingles should be adjusted so that cross in the centre of the belly and allow a hand’s width between straps and belly. Rugs that are too big for a horse tend to create more problems Read more…
Horses have an average of 18 of these caudal vertebrae, with some horses having as many as 25 and others only 15. What vertebrae are found in the tail? Caudal vertebrae are the bones that make up the tails of vertebrates. They range in number from a few to fifty, Read more…
Over the counter diphenhydramine (Benadryl) or comparable antihistamines can be used in an emergency for horses with severe hypersensitivity or allergy. Can you give human antihistamine to horses? Extra-label use of human antihistamines is also common in equine practice. Examples of these medications include hydroxyzine, diphenhydramine (Benadryl) and cetirizine, among Read more…
Balance is an important skill in horseback riding. Balance will help you control the horse through muscular movements, and it will keep you in the saddle if the horse spooks or bolts. Do you need balance for horse riding? In order to work together harmoniously, both horse and rider need Read more…
Brome hay is highly digestible with relative feed values (RFV) typically around 90-100 and a good balance of minerals. You can expect protein levels to be greater than 8%. This, combined with its superb palatability makes brome an excellent all around hay. Horses LOVE brome! What is the best grass Read more…
High Fibre Ryegrass is suitable for all classes of horse and pony but particularly those in hard work and should be fed to replace the hay ration. Our haylage has a superb hygienic quality and so will benefit those suffering from respiratory conditions. The fermentation process ensures sugar levels are Read more…
The protein and energy levels make HorseHage Ryegrass a great option for hunters, heavy horses, young stock, and breeding stock. It is also suitable for active horses in work and those who need a little more from their forage to improve weight and condition. Is rye grass OK for horses? Read more…
Ryegrass toxicity can be fatal. Ryegrass is not a toxic plant, it becomes toxic when the bacterium Rathayibacter toxicus enters the seed heads. The bacteria produces the poisonous chemical called corynetoxin. Once the contaminated ryegrass is ingested, it begins to affect the horse’s central nervous system. Can horses eat rye? Read more…
Hoffman said there are a few grasses to avoid in hay or forage if you are feeding horses. They include: Perennial ryegrass and rye. This quick-growing grass is popular in dairy pastures. Can horses eat rye? Rye grain is similar in energy, fiber, and feeding value to corn, but is Read more…