Sadly, some foals are orphaned and need a first step up in life. Samantha Feighery RVN, lead clinical nurse...
Wounds in horses are unfortunately extremely common and every horse owner should be aware of how to deal with...
It is just as important to carry out vaccinations, worm control, routine dental care and disease monitoring in broodmares...
Freedom from pain is an essential part of horse welfare and detection of pain is crucial so that it can be managed effectively.
Sarcoids, of which there are 6 different types, are the most common form of equine skin tumour. They are classed as low-grade fibrosarcomas (tumours). They represent about 90% of the skin tumours seen in horses worldwide and have caused problems for horses and their owners for centuries.
Laminitis is an extremely painful inflammatory condition of the feet in which there is weakening of the sensitive tissues (laminae) that bond the hoof wall to the pedal bone within the hoof. It is a veterinary emergency and you should contact your vet immediately if you suspect a case.
Liver disease is a relatively common problem in horses. Despite this, it can often be a real challenge to identify the underlying cause.
As horses age they begin to lose tooth enamel. This reduces the surface area available in their mouths for grinding forage (grass and hay), meaning that they can no longer eat efficiently. Often this manifests as ‘quidding’ (dropping balls of half-chewed hay) and/or weight loss.
While many plants can be poisonous to horses if eaten in excess, there are some plants that should be avoided at all costs.