"Heavy compression bandages on horses can add problems, creating pressure sores on joints and opening new sources of infection while taking away oxygen, inhibiting healing and impeding fluid from moving up and down the legs.â
â...people and animals face ongoing tick problems as ticks become more active in warmer weather and more people are out and about. It is not uncommon to remove four or five ticks each day from a pet, especially horses and ourselvesâ.
The Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) honored top individuals, horses and organizations at the annual awards banquet held at the International Conference at The Marriott Griffin Gate Hotel in Lexington, Kentucky on October 29, 2011. Clinic Instruc
Cavallo offered support as the rescuers learned how to use boots for medical aids and support during the rescues since the boots can be used to help with many injuries and care needs.
Itâs not too late to help protect against the spread of disease during peak mosquito season.
With the recent rise in equine-assisted programs the world-over, many more non-equestrians are being introduced to the amazing benefits of time spent with horses.
As wood is a natural insulator, using wood for horse barn builds is a good idea.
"This will truly be a complete re-study of the entire horse industry and its impact, especially since demographic information of 18 years and under will be included as well as expanding to include equine welfare and therapeutic organizations.â
If you have the time and energy to put into running the entire new horse farm building project from start to finish, it can be an enjoyable experience but do expect to deal with bumps along the trail in the process.
Ascarids are the primary parasite concern in foals and weanlings, while small strongyles are considered the primary parasite risk in adult horse populations.