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Horse investigating possibly poisonous red berries on a tree in pasture.

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Horse First Aid for Poisoning

EquiMed Staff

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Horse First Aid for Poisoning

by EquiMed Staff

April 10, 2017 13:17

Hungry horses often ingest toxic substances. Learn more about common causes of poisoning, who to call, and what to do when your horse has eaten something …

A black widow spider whose bite is poisonous to horses, humans and other animals.

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Horse First Aid for Bites and Stings

EquiMed Staff

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Horse First Aid for Bites and Stings

by EquiMed Staff

April 10, 2017 14:14

Bites and stings can cause untold misery and possibly death for your horse. Read to learn about appropriate first aid for different kinds of bites and stings …

Palomino pony lying down with eyes closed in a state of shock.

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Horse First Aid for Shock

EquiMed Staff

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Horse First Aid for Shock

by EquiMed Staff

April 10, 2017 15:03

Learn about the 5 different types of shock that occur in horses. Your preparation could help save a horse's life in the case of shock …

Rio's hoof with a quarter crack

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Rio's Quarter Crack: A Case Study

Jacob Butler

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Rio's Quarter Crack: A Case Study

by Jacob Butler

April 19, 2017 17:14

Follow the story of Rio's quarter crack from the time he is a weanling through appointments at Butler's Farrier School as the quarter crack is stabilized, …

First Aid Tip

Heat in the legs is an indicator of a problem. When you pick your horse's feet, take the time to feel the tendons on the backside of the legs. If one leg is warmer than the others, suspect an injury.

Horses playing and fighting may lead to sprains and strains.

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First Aid for Sprains and Strains in Horses

Heather Smith Thomas

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First Aid for Sprains and Strains in Horses

by Heather Smith Thomas

January 6, 2020 16:27

When a horse has a strain or a sprain, managing pain can help the horse heal without undue pain and stress …

first aid
/ˌfərst ˈād/
noun
  1. help given to a sick or injured person or animal until full medical treatment is available.
  2. activity required by novice horse owners training a "free" horse.

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