Grass hays are preferable, and fescue should be fine as long as the horse will eat it. Offering smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day is preferred over large meals because it will reduce large surges of nutrients passing through the kidneys at a time. What is good for horses Read more…
Treatment for pyelonephritis includes high dosages of antibiotics. In some cases, intravenous fluids or even surgery to remove the affected kidney may be required. Can a kidney infection clear up on its own? Kidney infections can lead to serious complications if untreated so it is important to see a doctor Read more…
This tree can live for up to 300 years. Its conkers sit inside a spiky green shell, before falling to the ground in autumn. Mature horse chestnut trees grow to a height of around 40m and can live for up to 300 years. How old is the oldest horse chestnut Read more…
Symptoms of Exertional Rhabdomyolysis in Horses Pain occurring after exercising. Sweating. Painful muscles in the topline regions. Shallow breathing. Rapid breathing. Tremors. Muscle contractions. Renal failure, over time. How do you treat rhabdomyolysis in horses? To manage a horse with sporadic exertional rhabdomyolysis, equine veterinarians recommend rest, fresh water and Read more…
Typical signs are weight loss, frequent urination, and excessive thirst. These signs may be found in horses with other metabolic conditions, and bloodwork can help to separate diabetic horses from those with a different problem. How common is diabetes in horses? Cells (beta cells) within the pancreas produce the hormone Read more…
Should you cut off or trim your horses’ chestnuts? You really should leave your horses’ chestnuts alone. But if they look unsightly and you want to trim them, you can. Just don’t cut deep or use your fingernails to peel them. Can you pull off a horses chestnut? Don’t try Read more…
In horses with advanced hepatic disease other laboratory findings may include prolonged blood clotting times, hyperglobulinaemia and increased ammonia concentration. Liver Disease. Toxins Plants (e.g. Ragwort, clover) Mycotoxins (e.g. aflatoxin, zearalenone, fumonisin) Chemicals Drugs Other Neoplasia Cholelithiasis Hyperlipaemia Can liver disease in horses be cured? There is no specific treatment Read more…
Bot fly eggs are attached to the hair shafts on the horse’s legs, chest and face. When grooming your horse, you may notice tiny yellow specks attached to the hair on the horse’s legs, neck or face. These tiny specks are the eggs of the bot fly. What kills bot Read more…
Dark yellow Restricted water intake or excessive sweating in hot weather can lead to more concentrated urine. What causes pee to be thick? Consistency changes: If you have not urinated in a while, your urine may appear thicker or somewhat murky. Other consistency changes could point to infection or illness. Read more…
While the sweet chestnut and the water chestnut are safe for your dog to consume in moderation, refrain from feeding them horse chestnuts (also known as conkers), which contain aesculin, a chemical toxic to dogs and humans. Are horse skin chestnuts good for dogs? All parts of the horse chestnut Read more…