• Equine Herpesvirus

    There are five types of Equine Herpesvirus that affect horses and donkeys in Australia. Equine Herpesvirus 1 (EHV-1) and Equine Herpesvirus 4 (EHV-4) are the most common and cause the…

  • Proud Flesh

    Proud flesh is the formation of excessive granulation tissue that develops during the healing process when a cut in the skin has occurred. It most commonly develops in areas where…

  • Senior Horse Care

    The average horse’s lifespan is 24 years and a horse is generally considered to be senior or geriatric when they reach their twenties, however this can vary from horse to…

  • Colic

    Colic in horses is not a diagnosis instead a broad term used to describe the signs of abdominal pain. This simple term can strike fear into horse owners as colic…

  • Dummy Foals

    Dummy Foal is a term given to a foal that is acting dumb or not following normal behavioural patterns at birth or within the first few hours of life. Medically…

  • Are Worms in Horses Bad for their Health?

    Intestinal worms in horses is a very common health concern with all horses being at risk. These internal parasites can cause a number of different health issues from mild to…

  • 7 Tips for Winter Horse Care

    Keep your horse happy and healthy during the colder winter months with our 7 top tips for winter horse care. You can shop the full range of horse care products…

  • Worm Resistance In Horses

    What is worm resistance? Worm resistance in horses is a growing concern within Australia and around the world. It is when worms develop the ability to survive certain chemicals that…

  • Q&A: How do I know if my horse has laminitis?

    Laminitis is a painful and crippling condition which can have an acute sudden onset or be progressive overtime. Signs of laminitis may vary depending on the severity of the condition…