Cross-firing is a term used to describe a diagonal lack of coordination of the horse’s front and hind legs in which the hind legs on one side make contact with the front legs on the other side in various gaits Read more…
Drawing Salve promotes healing in wounds and treats chronic inflammation. It can be used as an anti-inflammatory and helps relieve itching and swelling. Also commonly used as an emollient to treat dry, cracked and brittle hooves and nails. What is Read more…
It can be used as an anti-inflammatory and helps relieve itching and swelling. Also commonly used as an emollient to treat dry, cracked and brittle hooves and nails. Features: Soothing salve formula relieves itching and minor skin irritations. What does Read more…
Pin firing, also known as thermocautery, is the treatment of an injury to a horse’s leg, by burning, freezing, or dousing it with acid or caustic chemicals. This is supposed to induce a counter-irritation and speed and/or improve healing. How Read more…
More often than not when a horse stands resting a back leg, this shows a relaxed or tired stance which is quite normal and you don’t have anything to worry about. Is it normal for a horse to rest a Read more…
The magnetic rug can be washed at 30 degrees and the magnetic boots and wraps can be hand washed. Can you leave magnetic boots on a horse overnight? Magnetic boots for horses can be used for long periods and left Read more…
Run the tape measurement from the base of the back of the neck down to 2-4 inches above the bottom of the base of the spine, whilst sitting in a saddle or chair. If the back protector you choose is Read more…
If you end up of the wrong lead, chances are you didn’t keep your horse bent through his body and flexed to the inside at his poll during the transition. Your horse will pick up whatever lead he’s bent and Read more…
Topical liniments and poultices have been part of the horse world for centuries, and are routinely used on the legs. But they can also make an inexpensive and healthy contribution to your horse’s back health. How long can you leave Read more…
Do you have to euthanize a horse if it breaks its leg? Often the only humane option after a horse breaks its leg is to euthanize it. This is because horses have heavy bodies and delicate legs, and broken leg Read more…