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Horse Parts
The parts of the horse are useful to know for those who plan to judge or show horses. They can also be useful for describing where the horse seems to be having pain, or explaining to the vet where a rash or would may be located. Original photo by Bill Vidigal. … Read entire article »
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Laminitis Treatment
Laminitis is a very serious condition that can lead to permanent lameness. … Read more »
What is Equine Arthritis, Horse Osteoarthritis?
Arthritis is a painful, degenerative joint disease that affects many senior horses. … Read more »
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Horse Leg Markings
White leg markings are quite common. They are used to identify horses, especially on registry applications … Read more »
Face Markings on a Horse
Each horse is unique in how he is marked. The head is no exception. Knowing … Read more »
Equine Arthritis and Horse Arthritis Treatment
My horse was slow and lazy and would not do much for me when I was on … Read more »
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Horse Parts
The parts of the horse are useful to know for those who plan to judge or show horses. They can also be useful for describing where the horse seems to be having pain, or explaining to the vet where a rash or would may be located. Original photo by Bill Vidigal. … Read entire article »
Horse Leg Markings
White leg markings are quite common. They are used to identify horses, especially on registry applications and veterinary paperwork such as Coggins tests. The white markings on the legs are named according to their location and height. The following are common terms. Coronet – the coronet is a band above the hoof. A white strip on the … Read entire article »
Face Markings on a Horse
Each horse is unique in how he is marked. The head is no exception. Knowing how to describe head markings is necessary for filling out paper work, such as that for the Coggins test or an application to register the horse. Sometimes, the head markings are the only identifying characteristics between two horses. A horse may have one … Read entire article »
Types of Horse Dewormer
Deworming may seem complex and overwhelming with all of the different types of horse dewormers available. Not every horse dewormer treats every kind of parasite, and drug resistance is a problem in some areas. Avermectin (Ivermectin) “Ivermectin has a broad spectrum of activity against both intestinal and insect parasites and is effective against drug-resistant strongyles,” say James M. Giffin, … Read entire article »
Sarcoid Tumors in Horses
Sarcoid tumors are a nightmare for horse owners. Also known as blood warts, these pesky tumors are difficult to heal. Even with surgical removal, there is a 50 percent chance that a sarcoid will return. Fortunately, several treatment options have proven successful in the treatment of sarcoid tumors. Early treatment may be best, so contact a vet as … Read entire article »
