There is often no need to deworm healthy, adult horses through the cold winter months, unless specific horses are being targeted. When you start your deworming program in the spring again, it is recommended to use the same dewormer throughout Read more…
The whole idea of the tight fitting leg wear is for a close contact with the saddle. Loose or rough fabric under the legs can cause chaffing and be very uncomfortable. The western rider does not rely on the close Read more…
Another distinctive and refining feature of horse manes is braiding or plaiting them. Braids are used for mane maintenance but also as part of their attire for showing. By convention, the mane should lie on the right side of the Read more…
Flies of different types love to bother horse eyes, and their presence commonly causes eye irritation. Flies can also transmit certain bacterial and parasitic diseases to the eyes of horses. How do I keep flies off my horses eyes? Fly Read more…
7 Ways to Ward Off Flies #1 SPRAY IT ON. Obvious, right? #2 GEAR ‘EM UP. You all know what I am talking about, dressing your horse like they are going into a medieval battle. #3 APPLY SOME SALVES. #4 Read more…
Pasture Management for Worm Control Dung Removal. By far the most effective way of reducing larval numbers on your paddocks is via removal of the dung. Resting Paddocks. Cross-Grazing. Harrowing. Using Older Animals to “Clean” Paddocks. How do you get Read more…
Most donkeys have sturdy hooves and do not need shoes. However, donkeys that are ridden often on rough terrain do benefit from wearing shoes. Do donkeys wear donkey shoes? Do donkeys need to wear donkey-shoes? No. Most donkeys do not Read more…
Braided Horse Manes Prevented Tangles. Manes and tails were first braided to prevent tangling in the harness and equipment when a horse was hitched. A braided horse mane prevented entanglement in brush when hunting and improved site lines for riders. Read more…
At 8 months and 10 months deworm with Ivermectin or Strongid. How often should you worm with ivermectin? The dose is usually 150 micrograms (mcg) per kilogram (kg) of body weight taken as a single dose. The treatment may be Read more…
Walk very close to them – If you do need to walk behind a horse, it is safest to either walk as close to the horse as possible (while keeping one hand on them), or leave a wide berth of Read more…