The way to make your horse bombproof is by putting them through desensitizing training. Desensitizing is when you introduce your horse to everything they may be scared of and help them understand why they don’t have to be afraid. Can Read more…
Its soothing properties make it effective in treating skin irritation caused by allergies, chafing or minor burns. Horses can also ingest Aloe to aid digestion. With a large amount of digestible fibre, it helps to reduce irritation in the stomach Read more…
Aloe can be a wonderful addition to the equine diet for horses struggling with gastric issues and ulcers. Since it is mucilaginous, it will soothe the gastrointestinal tract. It is high in digestible fiber and can support the regulation of Read more…
Strong, thick hoof walls – with the inner wall being thicker. Bars end approximately halfway down the frog. The heel buttresses are back towards the rear of the frog. The hoof ratio is 65:35 (from the rear of the hoof Read more…
Aloe vera has many uses for horses (and humans). The most recent research suggests that Aloe vera can improve hoof growth and condition. Can you put aloe vera on horses? Aloe Vera Gel is widely used as an excellent healing Read more…
In the wild, horses are most scared of natural predators like lions, wolves, and alligators. Domesticated horses can be scared of any sound they haven’t heard before, and it could be as innocent as the sounds of plastic bags, barking, Read more…
The barefoot life won’t work for a horse that lives in a stall or small pen, soft grassy pasture or wet conditions. This is especially true if you then ride your horse on gravel roads or rocky terrain. The horse Read more…
Parelli’s Answer: Horses kick for two reasons: fear and self-defense, or as an act of dominance. A fearful kick is usually quick and tends to happen when a horse feels cornered or trapped. A dominant kick is more of a Read more…
All the benefits of Epsom salts in an easy–to–apply gel. Helps to draw out hoof abscesses and infections. Soothes sole bruising and helps reduce swelling. Relieves sore joints and relaxes muscles. What does soaking a hoof in Epsom salt do? Read more…
Treatment: Antihistamines or corticosteroids may help ease the itch and inflammation, providing relief to the itchy horse; antibiotics or antimicrobial shampoos can help prevent secondary infections. Pentoxifylline can be used to decrease skin reactivity, and in some cases allergy serum Read more…