Horse Health Archives - Page 14 of 15

The deep relationship between horse and rider

By Carol Shwetz February 6, 2013

Riders are aware of the numerous aids, equipment and body positions employed to influence a horse’s movement. However, few are aware of the much deeper exchange — what is not so readily obvious is that a rider’s own health and balance is intimately intertwined with the well-being of their horse. Few riders look towards themselves

Livestock, Other livestock

Strangles — highly contagious, but most horses recover

By Carol Shwetz January 17, 2013

Strangles, also known as equine distemper, is a highly contagious upper respiratory disease of horses, mules, and donkeys. Strangles infection, or the fear of strangles infection, tends to unsettle many horse owners despite that fact that strangles itself is rarely fatal. The stigma attached to this disease is fuelled by its highly contagious nature and

Livestock, Other livestock

Is it really necessary to blanket your horse?

By Carol Shwetz December 6, 2012

Agrowing horse-keeping trend is to blanket horses throughout the winter. Most often the decision to blanket a horse is the result of an emotional response by a well-intentioned owner. It has also become acceptable to blanket due to certain lifestyles chosen for horses. However, it is important to recognize that in general the practice of

Forages, Livestock, Other livestock

Alfalfa hays: merging myth and reality

By Carol Shwetz November 10, 2012

One of the most misunderstood feedstuffs in the horse industry today is alfalfa hay. Its position in the feeding program of horses is both revered and spurned. To unravel its benefits and the harms it is necessary to understand the nutrient-rich profile of this hay. When understood, it is the overfeeding of alfalfa hay, not

Livestock, Other livestock

Monensin and horses — a deadly combination

By Carol Shwetz October 17, 2012

Monensin, also known under its trade name, Rumensin, is extremely toxic to horses. It is one of the most common accidental poisonings in horses, and yet often goes unrecognized. Farm animals such as horses, cows, chickens and pigs can and commonly do share similar feeds. However, it is extremely important that horse owners are aware that feeds

Forages, Livestock, Other livestock

Some weeds are toxic for horses

By Carol Shwetz September 22, 2012

In natural settings, horses develop selective grazing habits, seeking out healthy grasses and forages and avoiding those that are harmful. Relatively few plants are poisonous to horses and, fortunately, horses tend to avoid eating these because of their low palatability. Horses with an abundant supply of quality pasture or hay avoid temptation to select harmful

Livestock, Other livestock

The equine sarcoid — treating cancer in horses

By Carol Shwetz June 16, 2012

The occurrence of cancer is relatively rare in horses. Of those cancers that do occur, the equine sarcoid accounts for a third of all the reported skin tumours. This tumour is unique to the horse and is highly variable in appearance and behaviour. It is a benign type of cancer that does not spread to

Livestock, News, Other livestock

Guelph opens horse hospital

June 16, 2012

The University of Guelph celebrated the grand opening June 7 of a new specialized health-care facility for equine athletes. The Equine Sports Medicine and Reproduction Centre (ESMRC) is focused on the quality of life and performance of horses through health care, education and research. Located at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) but separate from the

Livestock, Other livestock

Retained placenta in mares

By Carol Shwetz May 17, 2012

The birth of a foal is a remarkable event that must unfold in an expedient manner. Expulsion of the fetal membranes or placenta is a seemingly less glamorous event than the arrival of the newborn foal, yet its well-timed release is equally important to the thriving foal. Discharge of the placenta is an extension of

Livestock, Other livestock

Adverse consequences of phenylbutazone

By Carol Shwetz April 19, 2012

Phenylbutazone, referred to as “bute” amongst horsemen, is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used for the short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and fever in horses. It is one of the most common medications administered to horses but indiscriminate use is wrought with adverse consequences. Therefore horse owners must be aware of its appropriate and prudent use.

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Tag Archives Horse Health

The deep relationship between horse and rider

Strangles — highly contagious, but most horses recover

Is it really necessary to blanket your horse?

Alfalfa hays: merging myth and reality

Monensin and horses — a deadly combination

Some weeds are toxic for horses

The equine sarcoid — treating cancer in horses

Guelph opens horse hospital

Retained placenta in mares

Adverse consequences of phenylbutazone

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