What is your diagnosis?
Quittor is a term used for a condition which involves death and destruction (necrosis) of the collateral cartilages of the foot,…
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From Horse and Rider Nutrition to the latest in Veterinary Care our experts give us the best insights into their field.
The difference between feelings and emotions?
“I knew he was cold backed, and I’d come off him before when he took off as I was swinging…
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“THE VET, FARRIER, AND OWNER SHOULD WORK AS A TEAM”
Navicular syndrome, often called navicular disease, is a syndrome of lameness problems in horses. It most commonly describes an inflammation…
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New approach to worm control
A worm-eating fungus brings new hope in the fight against parasitic gastro-intestinal worms. Anthelmintic resistance is now a widespread and…
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World Horse Welfare : End of Life Care
It is a sad truth that anyone who intends to keep their horse forever will have to face the end…
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World Horse Welfare: How to check your horses respiration rate
You should check your horse’s respiration: – Weekly to establish normal range – At the same time of day –…
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How hot is too hot to work your horse?
As our country continues to bask in an unusually long heatwave, our horses health and welfare continues to be at…
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Sue Palmer – The Horse Physio
I stood in the room and looked around. I didn’t know anyone, and I didn’t know where to start. It’s…
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A look at the role of carbohydrates in hay when managing Equine Metabolic Syndrome
As our fields continue to suffer from the heat, we’re left no option but to substitute with supplementary hay and…
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Rehabilitating the Lame Horse: Mind, Body & Spirit
Cutting edge rehab techniques featuring ROCK STARS of the vet world… Dr. Sue Dyson (lameness / orthopedics expert), Dr. Carol…
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Maintaining your horse’s health with improved storage of hay
Horses and ponies’ digestive systems are designed to constantly take in food; preventing this natural feeding behaviour can lead to…
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White line disease or “seedy toe”
Lindsey Field, of ‘The study of the equine hoof’ discusses the effects of White line disease or seedy toe. https://www.geniusequestrian.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/25083292_149270639129627_4162813901081149440_n.mp4
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What is Tetanus?
Tetanus is a neurotoxin caused by the bacteria Clostridium tetani, which lives in the soil pretty much everywhere. Clostridium tetani…
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Does lavender aromatherapy reduce stress?
Horses can find transportation stressful, and risk injuring themselves if they become restless or agitated during the journey. Could aromatherapy…
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Does my horse get too much sugar?
More and more horse owners are researching what to feed their horse and what that feed consists of with a…
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SPILLERS® showcases research on caring for senior horses
SPILLERS® presented its world-leading collaborative research on the care of senior horses at the Australasian Equine Science Society’s Science Symposium earlier…
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HOT Shoeing HUGE SUFFOLK PUNCH Draught Horse’s With Alex Ridgeway
Heavy horses are becoming a rarer sight, but Alex still has a few on his rounds. Have a look at…
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Is your horse’s health affected by obesity?
Just like people, horses can get too fat which can have a negative impact on their health and well-being. Here’s…
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Straw and horse health
Straw has been used as bedding horses and farm animals for many years as it is warm, allows urine and…
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What is a Retained Placenta?
When is a placenta “retained” and why does it matter? In normal mares, the placenta should pass on…
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White Line Disease- THE HORSE OWNERS DILEMMA
Treating white line disease (known as WLD) has created a huge problem for owners, veterinarians, and farriers. Owners have been…
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Recognising Facial Expressions of a Horse in Pain: Part three of a four part series
Understanding your horse’s facial expressions can be a huge preventative tool to investigate pain or discomfort at the beginning of…
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Study finds stable ammonia has detrimental impacts on your horses health
Ammonia is a relatively unenjoyable smell synonymous with stables and barns, yet it’s toxicity has never been measured or its’…
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Dental Issues and Facial Trauma: More Common Than You Think
WORDS BY Dr Shannon Lee BVSc, MANZCVSc Eq Dent, DICEVO www.advancedequinedentistry.com.au Horses, and especially young ones, are curious by…
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Respiratory function for performance
It is commonly but sadly an incorrect assumption that training and exercise improves lung function and therefore respiratory health. The…
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Combatting allergies – which is your horse susceptible to?
Many different items commonly found in any horse’s environment can cause allergies. Stabled horses are engulfed in dust, mould spores…
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Diagnosing Subtle Lameness: Part Two
World re-known veterinary lameness specialist, Dr. Sue Dyson, as she shows how to systematically determine – not just the subtle…
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ADVICE ON Pasture Management
Minimum land requirements The BHS recommends a ratio of two horses per hectare on permanent grazing (1-1.5 acres per horse).…
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Behaviour and long distance travel
Horses travelling by road over long distances have an increased risk of respiratory illness. Some horses seem to cope well,…
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