Wet Weather Ailments
Preparing Your Horse for Severe Wet Weather: What to Expect and How to Respond
Heavy rain brings numerous health hazards: flooded paddocks, horses cut off from each other or trapped in floodwaters, loss of shelter, contaminated drinking water, downed fences and tangled wire, an increase in biting insects, and skin problems. These conditions create significant demands and stress for both our horses and ourselves. Let's explore some of these hazards and ways to mitigate them.
High-Oxalate Grasses and Calcium Deficiency
Grasses with oxalate levels greater than 0.5% (i.e., 5g of oxalate/kg of grass) are hazardous and can lead to calcium deficiency, osteoporosis, osteodystrophia fibrosa (ODF), nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism (NSH), and 'bighead'.
The Secret to a Shiny Coat
There's something truly mesmerising about a horse with a sleek and shiny coat. It's a sign of health and vitality, and it's one of the most beautiful sights in the equine world. However, achieving and maintaining that glossy coat requires understanding and care.
Spread Some Christmas Cheer with Homemade Horse Treats!
The holiday season has arrived, and our horses deserve festive treats just as much as we do! What better way to show our equine friends love than with homemade cookies. Our three recipes are crafted by Jennie, with their health and happiness in mind, simple to prepare , and sure to get your equine friend into the Christmas spirit!