The fibula is the second bone of the skeleton of the leg: it runs along the lateral border of the tibia and does not articulate with the femur proximally. Where is the fibula located? calf boneThe fibula, sometimes called the Read more…
Shearing a horse means shaving all or part of its hair. The type of shearing (the amount of hair sheared) will depend on how long the horse’s work will last and how dense its coat becomes during the winter. Also, Read more…
17 Furry Long Haired Horse Breeds Gypsy Vanner. The gorgeous Gypsy Vanner is known for its long, flowing mane and tail, and its feathered heels. Shire Horse. The Shire horse is one of the largest and most majestic of breeds. Read more…
If given plenty of time to acclimate to a warm climate, an idle horse with access to water and shade can tolerate temperatures above 100 degrees Fahrenheit (37.7 degrees Celsius) without needing any extra care or attention from you. What Read more…
Manes can help keep your horse’s neck warm in cold weather and provide some fly protection. The tail is used for insect control, swatting away flies and other pests, and can convey emotion as well. Why did horses evolve to Read more…
Like humans, horses can be hypersensitive to a wide variety of allergen triggers including insect bites, pollens, dust and molds, chemicals in crop sprays, hay dust, stall bedding materials, wool (sometimes in saddle pad and blanket products), grooming sprays, shampoos, Read more…
How is quittor treated? Cases of quittor usually respond to long-term topical (placed onto the area) and systemic (given by mouth or injection) antibiotic drugs that are active against both aerobic and anaerobic infections. What is the difference between an Read more…
Cantharidin is the chemical found in blister beetles that causes the damage noticed by the owner and veterinarian. It is a contact irritant and a vesicant (causes blister formation). The tissues most often affected by cantharidin are gastrointestinal mucosa (including Read more…
The tracheostomy in horse is performed to bypass the nasal passages, nasopharynx, larynx, and proximal trachea, therefore the tracheostomy is performed at the junction of the upper and middle third of the neck, just above the junction of the sternothyrohyoideus Read more…
Summary. Head bobbing at the trot is a classic sign of trot. Head bobbing is more noticeable in forelimb lameness but is also seen in many hind limb lameness conditions (although it tends to be inconsistent). Some sound gaited horses Read more…