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Managing Equine Emergencies

Flossie Sellers

Managing Equine Emergencies

by Flossie Sellers

April 15, 2017 16:06

Learn about the 9 symptoms that indicate an emergency with your horse and follow the five tips for effective preparedness when your horse needs quick effective …

Caring for Your Horse - Tools of the Trade

by EquiMed Staff

April 17, 2017 11:51

Learn about the 8 different types of essential tools you need to care for your horse and how each is important in providing adequate care …

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Managing Horse Manure

EquiMed Staff

Managing Horse Manure

by EquiMed Staff

April 17, 2017 14:20

Learn how much manure a normal horse produces, ways of disposing of the manure, the tools needed for easy disposal, and why it is important to keep your barn …

Rehabilitating a Neglected Horse Requires Critical Care

by Anna Sochocky

June 21, 2018 14:30

The neglected horse has many needs including critical care for any wounds, curling or cracked hoofs, dental and skin problems, and deworming as well as a …

General Care Tip

A messy main that falls on both sides of the crest can be trained to lie on one side with a little work. Simply pull the main to the desired side and make a series of 1 inch braids. Apply setting gel daily for three days. Remove braids, wash and brush. With a little luck, the main will be trained to stay on the desired side.

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How to administer an oral wormer

Haley Sellers

How to administer an oral wormer

by Haley Sellers

April 20, 2017 14:03

A basic horse healthcare task - deworming. This slideshow shows the basic technique of administering an oral dewormer. Discuss parasite control with your …

gen·er·al care
/ˈjen(ə)rəl ker/
noun
  1. the widespread provision of what is necessary for the health, welfare, maintenance, and protection of someone or something.
  2. a good name for a military horse.

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