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WEBNot right, but not lame When a seasoned hunter starts to struggle in the show ring, the cause isn’t immediately clear. Can you identify the reason behind his inconsistent performances? No posts found Can horses inherit susceptibility to cataracts? PPID linked to lower bone density Endurance personified No, you’re not too old No posts found […]
Horse Body Language: How To Read It And Understand It - Equus …
WEBAug 31, 2023 · Tension. As with tension around the muzzle, tightening of the muscles around the eyes is a subtle, early sign of stress, fear or discomfort. You may see this as a wrinkled upper eyelid or tightness at the corner of the eye.
Which bedding is best? Common options compared - Equus …
WEBWeighing these factors can become a little complicated. “The bedding material should be soft, so the horse won’t be reluctant to lie down, and absorbent,” says Brian Nielsen, PhD, of Michigan State University.
How to identify 8 common equine skin diseases - Equus Magazine
WEBAppearance: hair loss from rubbing, usually appearing first on the shoulders and neck, as well as on the head and the base of the mane and tail. Affected areas are intensely itchy and may also have abrasions and scabs from rubbing and possibly secondary infections. Flattened insects up to two to four millimeters long may be visible if the hair is parted and the skin examined in good light.
How to cope with ringbone in horses - Equus Magazine
WEBOct 5, 2023 · Practically any horse who works hard for a lifetime is a candidate for ringbone. Taking some basic precautions and keeping an eye out for the first signs of ringbone can go a long way toward helping a horse remain sound. Here’s what you need to know about ringbone in horses.
Managing Cushing's Disease in Horses - Equus Magazine
WEBJun 15, 2023 · Learn how improved management techniques are making it easier to care for your senior horse with Cushing's Disease, more correctly referred to as pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID).
Time-tested heaves medication options - Equus Magazine
WEBManaging a horse with recurrent airway obstruction (RAO), also known as heaves, can be a challenge but the right combination of medications can help. During a flare-up of recurrent airway obstruction (RAO), a combination of drugs may provide relief. “You need to get rid of the inflammation with the steroids, and then treat with a bronchodilator to open the air passages that are squeezed shut ...
Vitamin E: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt Your Horse
WEBJun 7, 2021 · When shopping for equine supplements, don’t forget about good ol’ Vitamin E! The darling of nutritionists and the cosmetic industry, this plant-derived vitamin is essential for the working equine, as well. As savvy horse owners know, Vitamin E is abundant in fresh, green pasture. But why is this vitamin so important? Does turnout provide enough […]
Decode your horse’s bloodwork - Equus Magazine
WEBDrawing blood for laboratory testing has been a routine part of equine veterinary care for decades. Along with a physical examination and review of a horse’s history, bloodwork can offer valuable insights into the health and function of the body’s systems.
The Science of Wound Ointments for Horses - Equus Magazine
WEBJul 25, 2019 · A topical wound preparation can have a big impact--positive or negative--on the healing process. Here are tips from a wound-care expert for selecting the right product for your horse's injury.