Moody mares and their estrous cycle can be a trying time for both the mare and the owner. Knowing the signs and how to treat these moods is imperative to having a healthy and happy horse. Find out how you can help your mare through their horse estrous cycle.
Strangles in Horses – What To Do Strangles in horses is more common than you would think and it’s a problem that can be deadly if not taken care of immediately! This Streptococcus equi is a very contagious upper respiratory tract infection that causes the horses’ lymph nodes to swell. This swelling is just the beginning of the problems to come. When this happens, it can compress against the pharynx, larynx, and even the tracheas. Your horse then has their airway obstructed causing them to cough and have trouble breathing. Once the horse has trouble swallowing or breathing they experience exactly why this disease is called the strangles! Strangles in horses also causes fevers that can reach 106 degrees and...
Colic in horses is a serious problem and some natural herbs and supplements can help or even prevent it. Chamomile has been used for years in humans and horses to aid digestive problems and it can be of great benefit to your horse!
Most dogs have itchy skin at one time or another but understanding the underlying problems could benefit you and your pet.
It could be allergies, nervousness, parasites, or even something more serious. Learn what your dog's problem might be.
There are five types of horse coughs you should recognize to make sure your horse is getting the best care. All horses cough but the type of cough can tell you a lot. Is it simply allergies, or something more serious?
