Horse Health

By RedMaple11

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There are many different circumstances that cause us to give our riding horses time off from riding. Either they need a break or we need a break. Bringing a horse back after a break can be tricky because you do not want to push the limit. Even ... more »

How to get horse to gain his weight

By jumpjackflash

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I resue a Throughberd of be strave to die of a bad home . He have no grass or hay in his pasture . Then I got him you can see all his bones I got a vet he say He just need be feed . put we can him ever things. Of weight gain and oats and wheat ... more »

How to Give First Aid to a Horse

By eHow Pets Editor

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Horses often time injury themselves and if you are present when one of these injuries occurs, you may have to perform first aid on the animal. The following steps will tell you how you should perform first aid on a horse if the situation ever occurs... more »

How to Give First Aid to Pets

By helema23

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There are many things that are safe for use on animals that we use for our own first aid. the trick is to figure out which are safe and which are not. In this artical i will be useing my own exsperiance over the years to give a briefe example of ... more »

How to Hand Walk an Injured Horse

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Horses are majestic, powerful creatures that move with grace and fluidity despite their imposing size. These animals are prone to injury, and a handler must know how to hand walk a damaged horse because activity is a key component in their recovery... more »

How to Help a Horse in a Seizure

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There is probably nothing that makes a horse owner feel more helpless than watching their beloved mount in the throes of a seizure. Seizures are uncommon in horses, and it can be difficult to pinpoint their cause. However, there are some things ... more »

How to Herbalize a Horse

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A horse's natural diet consists of grasses and grains. When horses receive herbal alternatives to chemically-altered foods and medical treatments, they enjoy good health the way Mother Nature intended. Getting your horse started on an herbal ... more »

How to Identify Steroid Use in Racehorses

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The use of anabolic steroids in racehorses is becoming an increasingly common practice. While the steroids have a short term effect on the racehorses' performance, they take a long term toll on the animals' health. If you think a racehorse might ... more »

How to Identify which leg a horse is lame on

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Most horses when sore will be sore on a fore leg. This is because horses carry more weight on their front end then hind and thus it is more prone to injuries. Because of this we look for the front legs first and then move to the hind legs to ... more »

How to Keep a Horse Cool in Summer

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The sun is high, the humidity is up and it's hard to imagine how you can possibly keep a horse cool when you can cook an egg on the barn floor. Thankfully, horses are naturally equipped to stay cool in the heat with plenty of blood circulating ... more »

How to Keep a Miniature Horse Fit

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The American Miniature Horse Registry has two classifications for miniature horses, "A" division horses are 34 inches and under; "B" division horses are between 34 and 38 inches tall. Miniature horses need to be exercised regularly to stay fit... more »

How to Keep Your Horse Hydrated

By RedMaple11

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Keeping your horse properly hydrated is not just an issue in the summer, but even more so in the winter. Horses when they are hot are more likely to drink more water, but when they are cold a horse will tend to not drink. This can be dangerous ... more »

How to Maintain Your Horse's Hooves

By RedMaple11

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There is a common misconception about what truly makes a horse. Some believe it is their kind and willing heart; some believe their massive muscles and strong body. Others believe it is their conformation. All of these are factors that make a ... more »

How to Make a First Aid Kit for Your Horse

By RedMaple11

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Emergencies can happen at any time with a horse. The best way to handle emergencies is to not get caught off guard and to be prepared. Veterinarians are not always available immediately. By supplying yourself with essential materials, you save ... more »

How to Manage a Laminitis-Prone Horse

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Once a horse has laminitis, she is prone to the condition throughout the remainder of her life. Since laminitis can be such a debilitating disease, it is important to take the proper precautions to manage it. If you have a laminitis-prone horse, ... more »

How to Protect a Horse's Shoulders

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With continuous work and movement, your saddle gear can begin to rub on your horse's shoulder, making them sore or even raw. While blankets and rugs can help somewhat, they can still cause irritation if a bit dirty or once they become damp with ... more »

How to Protect and Comfort a Horse in the Cold of Winter

By John Gossett

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You want your horse to remain healthy and comfortable throughout the winter months so he can be ready for the show season and serious riding when the warm weather arrives. He will appreciate your effort and this will go a long way in developing a ... more »

How to Put Weight on Your Horse

By RedMaple11

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Horses just like humans have different metabolism rates. Some horses are naturally skinny, some lose weight fast once they are in consistent work and other keep weight very easy no matter what their schedule. For those with thin horses, putting ... more »

How to React When Your Horse Colics

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Collicing is when a horse’s stomach is hurting. Unlike humans, horses are unable to regurgitate to relieve any pain or pressure on their gut. Colic can range anywhere from a case of gas all the way to a twisted intestine. When a horse starts ... more »

How to Recognize and Deal With Rabies

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Rabies is not a common disease in domestic animals, but when it comes into our sphere from the wild, from animals who carry it but are not killed by it, it is deadly if not treated. Rabies doesn't always come with mad and aggressive behavior in a ... more »

How to Recognize and Treat Colic in Horses

By mjpolitis

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One of the biggest killers of horses is colic, a general term which refers to the intestines twisting, getting blocked or bursting open. Colic can be caused by many things, some which we can prevent, some which we can't. 'Medical' (mild) colic ... more »

How to Recognize and Treat 'Heaves' in Horses

By mjpolitis

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Like most every other commonly-used term in the horse health world, 'heaves' has little to do with what it really is. 'Heaves', known in the medical world as COPD, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a very common, treatable, but if it ... more »

How to Set Up a Tack Cleaning Station

By nishera

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Whether your tack is new or old, the importance of cleaning it is undeniable. A good cleaning removes the foreign debris such as dirt, hair and saliva that tends to accumulate during daily use. It also increases the suppleness of the leather and ... more »

How to Stable a Stallion

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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A stallion is a non-castrated male horse. One of the most common characteristics of a stallion is a thick "cresty" neck and a more muscular body. They vary in temperament. It is natural to find them more aggressive than mares or geldings. Herding ... more »

How to Stimulate the Immune System With Acupuncture

By mjpolitis

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Nature never gives you a problem without a solution, and where one branch of medicine is ineffective, another can provide a powerful tool. Stimulating the immune system with 'modern' drugs, and even herbs, is difficult and often ineffective. ... more »

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