At Doghill, we do it because not only does a visible “brand” mark deter horse thieves, but it also helps with horse identification. In a field, a bay TB with no markings, looks identical to any other bay TB with Read more…
the Royal United Services Institute. Reputedly ridden by the Emperor at the battle, Marengo passed into British hands when Napoleon was sent into exile. The famous horse died in 1831 and the skeleton was preserved and later passed to the Read more…
Applying a layer of zinc-oxide based cream (ie. Desitin®) to DRY affected areas may also help soften scabs and provide a moisture barrier to allow healing to occur. If you’ve been treating scratches unsuccessfully, you should call your veterinarian out Read more…
The most common location for sunburn on horses is their noses. Because they are constantly grazing, it can be difficult to keep sunblock on. Regular applications to the nose is necessary, especially for horses outside all the time. How do Read more…
Hot spots are usually triggered by self-trauma. Animals irritate the lesion to the point that it creates an open wound. The repeated licking, scratching, and biting on the body is caused by many things like allergies, matted coats, ear infections, Read more…
If your horse is prone to skin issues, put baby powder on his feet once they’re dry; it helps to absorb any remaining moisture. If you’re showing and need to brighten up clipped white legs, you can do so by Read more…
Pink Powder contains live probiotic yeast and prebiotics to optimise gut function and balance the diet, allowing your horse to fully utilize his feed intake and gain perfect condition. Is pink powder good? A pink-toned setting powder. Yes, seriously! By Read more…
Zinc Oxide Ointment is a protective astringent and antiseptic ointment for topical application to aid in the management of superficial wounds and abrasions of horses, cattle, sheep and swine. Rugby Zinc Oxide Ointment is used to help dry the oozing Read more…
Use sunscreen While there are sunscreen products specifically made for horses–such as Quic Shade and Quic Screen–it appears that sunscreen products made for humans are just as safe to use on our equine companions. Can human sunscreen be used on Read more…
While any horse can get a sunburn if left out unprotected, certain ones are more vulnerable to the sun’s damage. For example, pink-skinned animals are more susceptible because their skin lacks melanin, the pigment that helps to protect from the Read more…