Horse Care

  Whenever your horse starts looking like he needs to put on some weight, this query inevitably crosses your mind. It is not like you don’t know that alfalfa is good for your horse, but what’s better Alfalfa pellets or cubes? Let’s just figure it out together… But to clarify ...

Horses are also susceptible to worms and parasite attacks. But you can keep your horse parasite free with regular horse deworming. There are several factors that play a major role in the deworming schedule. And you must work in close consultation with your horse’s veterinarian. The vet will be the ...

A hoof abscess can be very uncomfortable for your horse. And it can lead to the situation worsening if not dealt with quickly. So, here’s your handy guide to hoof abscess and what you should do about it: First up, what is a Hoof Abscess? A hoof abscess is usually ...

Your horse’s hoof is like a much larger nail, and like your toenails and finger nails, it too needs to be trimmed. And if you don’t, it just becomes uncomfortable for your horse – and can even lead to splitting or chipping! Therefore, if your horse’s health and comfort are ...

                                         “No hoof, no horse!”- Arabic Saying Hoof care is essential since untended, untrimmed hooves can lead to poor balance, lameness, decrease in the horse’s stride, and in cases of long term neglect, permanent damage to the hoof structure. Some millions of years ago, horses evolved in semi-arid climates, ...

” height=”112″ width=”116″ /> Photo Credit: vtengr4047 via Compfightcc You must be taking extra care of your horse’s good looks already…but the mane needs a little more. And so a worrying query you might be having is—how to grow a mane fast – that’s what we are here to help ...

This is a colic FAQ for horse owners and breeders who are still quite new to the concept of colic in horses. The main problem with colic pain is that even a perfectly healthy horse can come down with colic pain. And what makes it worse is that your horse ...

When it comes to dealing with horse hoof thrush, knowing how to do it is very important. Why? Because thrush in your horse’s hoof will mean that the hoof will stink pretty bad – and because of the spreading infection, your horse will also have considerable discomfort. Now, thrush is ...

Obsessing over the upcoming competition because your horse’s once white tail seems to be quite off color-wise (yellow or even GREEN)? The laziness – read lack of care for your horse’s tail – has come to bite you back now! Are you almost at your wit’s end? Well, stop worrying ...

An important aspect of horse care is being able to tell when your horse is unwell. When you aren’t feeling too well and visit the doctor, the first thing he will possibly check is your temperature and your pulse. This is because any sign of illness is first communicated by ...