What Is Flu Rhino Vaccination In Horses?

The Equine Rhino and Influenza Flu vaccine will help protect your horse against Rhinopneumonitis and Influenza. Both diseases effect the upper respiratory system. Influenza is known for being the most common in horses. What is Rhino vaccine? Equine Rhinopneumonitis Vaccine (MLV) For vaccination of healthy horses 3 months of age Read more…

Can Horses Catch Bovine Tb?

While Bovine TB is primarily in cattle, it can also infect humans, deer, sheep, goats, horses, dogs, and cats. This means that various animals can present a danger to your herd. Can a horse catch TB? Horses are relatively resistant to tuberculosis caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis; however, they are susceptible Read more…

Can You Make A Horse Throw Up?

Humans and dogs puke, so why can’t horses? Throwing up is a normal part of life for most animals, but it’s something that is physically impossible for horses. The equine digestive system has evolved over time to have a unique connection between their esophagus and stomach. This valve makes vomiting Read more…

What Causes Warts On Horses?

Causes of warts The warts are caused by the equine papilloma virus, which is part of the Papillomaviridae family. It’s also related to the bovine papilloma virus, which causes warts in cattle and sarcoids in horses. Sarcoids are much larger than warts and commonly occur on the neck, flanks or Read more…

Can Horses Get Sarcoidosis?

Equine sarcoidosis seems to be an emerging problem. As more horses are referred for dermatologic disease, equine sarcoidosis should be considered in any case of exfoliative and/or nodular skin disease with or without systemic involvement, including generalized granulomatous disease affecting most internal organs. How do I know if my horse Read more…

Can Horses Have Warts?

Caused by several strains of papilloma virus, warts are usually found in horses that are less than three years old. They often form on skin that has been compromised or stressed by sunburn, minor injuries, or insect bites. What does a wart look like on a horse? Warts are commonly Read more…

Are Horses Long-Day Breeders?

Horses are long-day seasonal breeders, with reproductive activity coinciding with the long days of spring and summer, while the non-breeding season is associated with the shorter days of autumn and winter. What is a long day breeder? “Long day” breeders cycle when days get longer (spring) and are in anestrus Read more…