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How a horse's digestive system works

WEBDigestive system: inside the small intestine. Once processed by the stomach, semi-digested food passes through a valve (the pyloric sphincter) into the small …

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Feeding herbs to horses: what herbs to feed and how for huge …

WEBFeeding herbs to horses as part of their diet can have huge benefits for their overall health and wellbeing. Thousands of years ago, wild horses would have had …

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How to keep horse teeth healthy and pain-free

WEBCarrots hidden in hay in a double-netted haynet so your horse has to search to find them. Split hay into two hay nets, hanging one so it swings, and one in its usual …

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Horse gut health: how to keep their digestive system in good …

WEBHorses with access to ample pasture will spend up to 18 hours a day grazing, while slowly moving around the paddock, which helps to stimulate …

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Swollen legs in horses: why it happens, possible causes and how to

WEBCellulitis, also called septic cellulitis, is a bacterial infection of the deeper layers of the skin. It can occur anywhere on the body, but in horses the infection …

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Essential guide to good hoof care for horses

WEBYou should always pick out hooves before riding and after riding, as well as when the horse is brought in from the field. Picking feet out regularly helps to prevent …

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Minimising the Risk Ammonia Poses to You and Your Horse

WEBBacterial numbers subsequently increase and the process perpetuates. Ammonia-producing bacteria live on the stable floor and beneath and in between rubber …

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Tying-up in horses: causes, signs, prevention tips and what to do if …

WEBTying-up in horses is often characterised by repeated ‘episodes’ of muscle damage and usually happens during or shortly after exercise. Affected horses become …

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12 respiratory supplements to help support your horse's airways

WEBRRP £46.99 for 1.75kg. feedmark.com. Clarity maintains your horse’s natural lung defences and respiratory health for optimum comfort and performance. It includes …

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Common Causes of Hindleg Lameness and How to Prevent It

WEBKeeping an eye on his weight will also help to alleviate pressure on his joints. Check your saddle: A saddle should be checked at least once a year. An ill-fitting saddle …

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Nine common horse skin conditions in pictures

WEBSkin layer 1: epidermis. Diagram shows three layers of the skin. The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin and it forms a thick, protective barrier made …

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Cushing’s disease in horses: vet advice for recognising

WEBA long curly coat is a typical sign of Cushing’s disease. The ACTH test is the simplest and most common test for equine Cushing’s disease. A vet will take a blood …

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Horse worming schedule and management advice

WEBAccording to Sue, the following is a good schedule of testing for horse worms to follow: Autumn (September – October): Carry out a saliva test for tapeworm. If …

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Equine grass sickness: all the latest on this killer disease

WEBEquine grass sickness is a dysbiosis, or imbalance, in the gut microbiome and so scientists are interested in investigating this. Changes that can affect the …

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Horse hoof care: why hooves crack and how to prevent it

WEB2. Apply the right topical products. A hoof hardener or moisturiser can help to improve the condition of a horse’s hooves. As a rule, use a product that does the …

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Horse tetanus: the signs, treatment and prevention advice

WEBHorse tetanus, also termed lockjaw, is a devastating neurological disorder that causes muscle paralysis. Around 75% of infected horses will die, so ensuring you …

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Could making a horse stop their stereotypies (vices) do more harm …

WEBStereotypies (vices) in horses are abnormal, repetitive behaviours that have no obvious purpose or goal, and are a behavioural indicator of poor welfare seen only in …

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