Equine Gastric Ulcers
Equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS) is an extremely common condition particularly in performance horses and racehorses. Gastric ulcers are when the delicate lining of the stomach, oesophagus or small intestines…
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Signs of Worms in Horses
Intestinal worms in horses is a very common health concern with all horses being at risk. There are over 20 different intestinal worms that can be found in horses, and…
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Common Worms In Horses
There are over 20 different intestinal worms that can be found in horses, the most common worms of concern for the horse population today are; Large strongyles also known as…
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Treating and Controlling Worms in Horses
Controlling intestinal worms in horses is generally an easy process with the use of anthelmintics (wormers). There are a number of products available, but it is important to understand that…
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Laminitis
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…
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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…
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Caring for your Horse in Hot Weather
In Australia it is not uncommon to see extreme heat and humidity around the country. These conditions can be hard for some horses to adjust to, often causing declines in…
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Tetanus In Horses
What is Tetanus? Horses are susceptible to tetanus, which is a very serious and often fatal disease caused by the bacteria Clostridium tetani which horses are particularly sensitive to. Clostridium…
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Conditions Caused By Mud In Horses
Whether it is caused by torrential rain or a leaky water trough, mud is something that most horse owners will have to deal with at some point. A bit of…
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Do I need to put sunscreen on my horse?
Anywhere that your horse has white hair means underneath they will have pale/pink skin or skin with less/no pigment. This skin has the potential to get sunburnt. The muzzle or…
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