Summary. At rest or at work, unridden or ridden, signs of agitation might include vocalization (whinnying) pacing, pawing, head tossing, among others. A “pinched” facial expression, teeth grinding and elevated heart rate are examples of more subtle signs of a Read more…
Sunflower seeds are safe for horses, and horses eat them readily. Horsemen typically add them to a horse’s ration to supplement fat in an effort to bolster coat condition. Can horses eat whole sunflowers? Answer. Yes, whole sunflower seeds are Read more…
Romantic love and sexuality: In many cultures, given their strength and stamina, equines are associated with sexual prowess. Horses do symbolize a blossoming love or a relationship, but they can also indicate your desire for sexual satisfaction. What does a Read more…
Whether they’re out in the fields or trekking through the countryside, horses can be at risk of poisoning. What chemicals are toxic to horses? 10 Plants and Chemicals Toxic to Horses Yew. Oleander. Ionophores. Blister Beetles. Rodenticides and Pesticides. Herbicides. Read more…
These simply should not be found in any horse at any level at any time. Some of the more common feed contaminants are described below: Hordenine. Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO). Salicylate. Morphine. Arsenic. Caffeine. Theobromine. Bicarbonate. What are the categories of Read more…
What signs can poison produce in horses? There is a long list of signs of poisoning in horses. These can include breathing difficulties, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, weight loss, restlessness, a high temperature, depression, unsteadiness, blindness, constipation, lethargy, muscle tremors and Read more…
You can add small amounts of bleach to existing water in a tank at a level that is safe for your horse to drink. Effectively disinfect water in tanks by using unscented household bleach in recommended quantities. After adding bleach, Read more…
Cattle feed usually contains additives that are toxic to horses. The most common and harmful additives are ionophores, commonly known as monensin sodium (Rumensin) and lasalocid (Bovatec), which are antibiotic-like medications. What must you not feed to horses? 8 Foods Read more…
6. Horses cannot vomit. They lack the gag reflex muscle right before their stomachs. Without that muscle, vomiting is not possible. What are 5 interesting facts about horses? Although horses are such well-known animals, the following facts may surprise you Read more…
Humans have all the reason to be grateful for horses. For more than 5,000 years, horses were the only means for people to travel faster than walking pace on land. They have revolutionized war, hunting, transportation, agriculture, trade, commerce and Read more…