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  • Owners inspecting, disinfecting and bandaging an injury on a horse's leg.

    Do's and Don'ts of Horse First Aid

    Minor injuries and illnesses in horses can turn into costly or catastrophic situations if not recognized and treated promptly. Read to learn the 5 principles of first aid and the two don'ts that could save your horse's life.

  • Equine first aid kits should contain well-organized essentials that can be grabbed in an emergency and carried to wherever they are needed.

    Your Equine First Aid Kit

    Having first aid essentials readily available will save you time, money, and possibly your horse's life. Read to learn what every equine first aid kit should contain.

  • Coughing horse showing symptoms of respiratory distress.

    Recognizing and Dealing with Respiratory Distress

    A horse in respiratory distress requires immediate attention. Read to learn how to recognize respiratory distress in your horse and how to limit damage to your horse's respiratory system.

  • Hay pellets and other large pieces of feed can cause choking in horses.

    Help for the Choking Horse

    An impaction in your equine's esophagus can lead to choking. Read to learn how to recognize and prevent choking in your equine.

  • Sick horses often tend to have diarrhea.

    Horse Diarrhea - Is It an Emergency?

    Read to learn about the causes, signs, and effects of diarrhea and why early involvement with your veterinarian is important in maintaining your horse's health and avoiding secondary complications.

  • Foal receiving emergency first aid for bleeding injury.

    Your Bleeding Horse - What to Do

    Learn about the kinds of wounds that cause bleeding in your horse, how to determine if it is an emergency, and what to do until the veterinarian arrives.

  • Horse's eye showing evidence of injury.

    Eye Injuries - Always an Emergency

    Learn about different kinds of eye injuries in horses and the importance of prompt treatment by a veterinarian to prevent serious damage to the horse's vision.

  • Owner helping veterinarian care for facial wound on horse

    Horse Wound Treatment

    Learn about the 4 questions you should ask yourself when your horse is injured and how to make sure the treatment fits the injury.

  • Horse rolling on ground because of colic pain.

    Emergency Colic Treatment

     Read to learn about the causes of colic, what to do when your horse colics, and the importance of fast, effective treatment.

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