Look out for these symptoms of African Horse Sickness
High rainfall and humidity have resulted in outbreaks of African Horse Sickness, says Dr Mac.
Horses: When ticks bite
Lyme disease is rare in horses in SA and can often be mistaken for other conditions, says Kim Dyson.
Insulin Resistance in horses
Prevention is always better than cure. Kim Dyson offers some tips on how to avoid insulin resistance.
Horses and capped hocks
If not treated in time, this kind of swelling can ruin a show horse’s career, warns Kim Dyson.
Transporting your horse
Dehydration, stress and injury during long-distance road travel can be avoided with a little planning, explains Dr Mac.
Laser therapy for horses
Laser therapy is non-invasive and painless. Moreover, it speeds up recovery, says Kim Dyson.
New remedies for horse skin ailments
F10 disinfectants, developed in South Africa, are gaining a reputation for treating wounds.
Fencing: stay on the safe side
Well-constructed paddock fences prevent injuries and are worth every cent, says Dr Mac.
How to treat splints
Characterised by a hard, bony swelling, splints are a common cause of lameness in young horses, says Dr Mac.
Pale horses
Anaemia affects older horses, those that are unfit or ill, and colder-blooded types, says Kim Dyson.
Hocks: Painful horse injury
Similar to the human ankle, the hock joint is easily sprained, warns Dr Mac.
Keep your horses fit
A stretching programme will cut down on your horse’s chances of being injured, says Kim Dyson.
Have you tested your horse for CEM yet?
Without two negative tests, a stallion is not permitted by law to cover a mare, cautions Dr Mac.
Horses – how to treat sore eyes
Any condition involving the eye is potentially serious and requires a vet, says Kim Dyson.
Chinkerinchees flowers are poisonous to horses
Chinkerinchees are indigenous to the Western Cape and highly poisonous to horses, warns Dr Mac.
Horses and back problems
The signs of backache are evident in almost every stable yard, but there’s hope – and help, says Kim Dyson.
Monitoring your horses basic health
Your horse’s temperature, pulse rate and breathing can be warning signs, so keep track of them.
