Leg straps should be loose enough to prevent chafing – but not hanging down low. Surcingles should be adjusted so that cross in the centre of the belly and allow a hand’s width between straps and belly. Rugs that are Read more…
Contracted heels are characterized by a narrowing of the heel between the two bulbs, the soft fleshy area where the hoof wall, heel and coronary band come together. When this happens, it is important to provide the proper hoof support Read more…
Whenever you desensitize your horse to an object, you’ll always use the Approach and Retreat Method. You build the horse’s confidence by approaching him with the object that scares him (in this case the blanket) and then retreating (taking the Read more…
Direct reining means you hold one rein in each hand. Your left-hand cues for a left turn and your right hand uses the right rein to cue for a right turn. As you progress in your riding skills, you’ll learn Read more…
All parts of cocklebur are toxic to livestock, however horses are at greatest risk of poisoning when the plant is first emerging, during the early seedling stage. During this stage of growth, cocklebur contains higher levels of toxins, and is Read more…
Figure 15 – 20 miles per day. That would be 7 – 10 days. How long does it take to travel a mile on a horse? Did you know that horses can run at an average speed of 30 mph? Read more…
Camellia is not toxic to horses. Camellia is a beautiful evergreen shrub that is often used in landscaping. What is the most toxic plant to horses? Nine poisonous plants horses should avoid Ragwort. While ragwort has a bitter taste and Read more…
EasiVet Benzyl Benzoate can be used to maintain healthy skin and coat. It is recommended to be used during the Spring time. Apply with fingers or a soft cloth when skin problems arise and continue through the season. For external Read more…
Scabby wounds on the front of the fetlocks and outsides of the hocks are usually “bed sores” that are caused by recurring abrasion when a horse lies down on hard ground or rough bedding. Classically this is seen in dry Read more…
Treatment Apply ice packs several times a day for a couple of days to reduce swelling and pain. Once the area is clean, apply salve to heal the broken skin and protect it from dirt and bugs. If necessary, protect Read more…