Vaccination for young horses
Q: Can you please tell me a general vaccination plan for a young horse? My mare is due shortly with her first foal -...
Getting foals ready for weaning
Weaning is an important stage in any young mammal’s life – and horses are no exception. Many breeders at this time of year will...
What to do with wounds
Some horses seem to be accident prone. It can be very frightening to go out and see that your horse or pony has a...
Know your dope rules
“IF IN DOUBT, DO NOT GIVE IT TO YOUR HORSE.”
This good advice was given by the FEI regarding substances that could be administered to...
Horse and donkey welfare code
Have you checked out the new Horse & Donkey Animal Welfare Code? Yes, horses and donkeys now have their own specific welfare code and...
My horse won’t lie down!
Q: A friend of mine has leased an elderly (late 20s) pony for her daughter to learn to ride on. The pony seems happy enough...
Fluid Overload
Q: I have been reading a bit in the news about how freely consuming water during exercise can be harmful - even fatal - to...
