When horses ingest the cantharidin toxin through hay or alfalfa contaminated with “blister” beetles, the outcome is often fatal. Toxicosis occurs rapidly; as little as four grams of dried beetles may contain fatal levels of cantharidin. How would a horse Read more…
Injecting of an irritant directly into the ligaments is used frequently as a way to “tighten the ligament” by causing a limited inflammatory reaction at the injection site. This procedure is called an Internal Blister and is often very successful Read more…
Moldy silage has been implicated in cases of colic and botulism. Therefore, horse owners must carefully weigh the benefits of feeding silage against the potentially fatal side effects of spoiled silage. Because of these risks and the abundance of hay Read more…
How long does a bag of HorseHage keep? Unopened, for up to 18 months. Once opened, it should be used within 5 – 7 days. How long does HorseHage last once opened? Once opened, a bag of HorseHage should be Read more…
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE provides supplemental calcium and phosphorus which may be lacking in an animal’s regular feed. The neutral Ph contributes to the buffering action to relieve upset stomach and reduces lactic acid build-up. Is dicalcium phosphate safe for horses? DiCalcium Read more…
As well, ensure your horse receives regular veterinary and farrier visits and is up to date on vaccines and deworming. There is no way to prevent the development of PPID: treatment will alleviate the clinical signs, but it will not Read more…
You can use your washing machine or a tub to do the soaking of your wool cooler. For Pete’s sake, don’t let the wool spin around in the machine, this will be your one-way ticket to wool shrinkage. If you Read more…
A super stiff and durable nylon brush is good for using some elbow grease to brush out your blankets, coolers, and saddle pads that belong to your horse. Yes, it will be like grooming your horse all over again, but Read more…
Saddles are one of the most essential articles when it comes to horse racing and riding equipment. These required pieces of equipment must be used every time that a rider mounts his horse. They are typically made with leather, and Read more…
Go to the Stable near Faron Grasslands. It is around the southern portion of the map and nearby the Horse God. There is a stable woman there who will let you change your gear. Sadly, you can’t customize the bridle, Read more…