Trying to get the tongue over the bit is simply an attempt to get away from the bit pressure – the horse is trying to relieve the pressure in its mouth. Is horses tongue supposed to be over or under Read more…
> Horses are one of the most susceptible animals in the world to tetanus. They are much more sensitive to tetanus toxin than people. > A wound on a horse is more likely to be contaminated with soil, and therefore Read more…
What is a horse bite pinch? A large pinch performed with the entire hand, squeezing everything between thumb and fingers rather than just using the fingertips. What to do when a horse tries to nip you? When the horse reaches Read more…
Horse bites are relatively infrequent but are associated with crush injuries and tissue loss when they occur. This article describes a 23-year-old man with amputation of his middle finger at the level of the proximal phalanx after being bitten by Read more…
A horse’s kick is extremely powerful and can cause severe, even fatal injuries. Many riders have experienced broken bones, deep lacerations from a hoof, and even cardiac arrest if the kick landed on their chest. It is also extremely possible Read more…
A kick to the arm or leg can cause a fracture, the bone will show deformity and the casualty will tell you where it hurts! A nasty kick to the chest or stomach could result in internal bleeding. How much Read more…
Rest and protect the injured or sore area. Stop, change, or take a break from any activity that may be causing your pain. Put ice or a cold pack on the area for 10 to 20 minutes at a time. Read more…
Horses can be disrespectful in many ways; here are the most common disrespectful behaviors when it comes to dealing with horses: Grazing While Being Led or Ridden. Bumping Into You. Dragging You or Walking Too Slow When Being Led. How Read more…
Regarding kicking strength: horses have harder hooves and more muscular hindquarters. But their kicks are only confined to being in the forward or backward direction, while camels can also kick sideways. But since camels have longer necks, they can be Read more…
Spiked bits inflict lasting damage, too: they can cause permanent injuries to a horse’s mouth. Handlers also commonly beat horses into submission during training sessions prior to the events in order to force them to dance, perform, or endure crowds Read more…