Beware of blood!
Blood coming out of any part of your horse can be terrifying, but if its nose is bleeding, one of the causes could be guttural pouch disease, warns Kim Dyson.
Sheared heels
A cause of sudden lameness in equine athletes, sheared heals is a painful condition that may require the services of a specialist veterinary farrier, says Dr Mac.
Boxing clever
A horsebox is a moving black hole and persuading your best friend to enter it requires patience, says Kim Dyson.
Amazing Appaloosa patterns
These horses are very popular in South Africa, but consistently breeding a particular pattern of spots is complicated, says Dr Mac.
Equine elegance
It requires great skill – and strength – for a rider to appear to do nothing while their horse moves at one with them, says Kim Dyson.
Can a horse live just on grazing?
Horses can live on grass alone, but it depends on the horse and the type of grazing, says Dr Mac.
Cushing’s syndrome
Management of Cushing’s syndrome is essential, as horses suffering from this disease are very susceptible to large worm burdens, infections, weight loss and laminitis, warns Kim Dyson.
Can horses eat white buffalo grass hay?
This hay is fed to cattle and sheep in Southern Africa, but is it safe for horses?
Fighting infections
Kim Dyson offers tips on the efficient and wise use of antibiotics and preventive practices.
Treating abscesses
An abscess is an accumulation of pus under the skin or in the tissues, and can also be found in the hooves. Dr Mac offers some tips on spotting and...
Dealing with PSSM
This genetic condition occurs in several draught breeds, Quarter Horses and warmbloods, as well as Appaloosas, says Dr Mac.
Eating disorders
Having a fussy nibbler or greedy gobbler can be frustrating – but there are ways of dealing with such behaviour, says Kim Dyson.
The price of prevention
It’s time to go shopping for African horse sickness vaccine again, but you’ll find it’s in a new package and more expensive this year, says Dr Mac.
Understanding bit issues
Before you run out and buy an expensive new bit, it’s essential that you understand why your horse is resisting, says Kim Dyson.
Avoid dehydration
Your horse relies on you to make sure it gets enough liquids to replace those lost while sweating during competitions, cautions Kim Dyson.
Preparing for fire
Veld fires in a high wind move faster than a galloping horse, so be prepared for the dry season, says Dr Mac.
Connect with your horse
There’s nothing worse than asking your horse to do something and being met with resistance, says Kim Dyson.
At the show
A horse can become very stressed and difficult to ride at shows, especially if it is on a high energy diet and not getting enough exercise, cautions Dr Mac.
Getting ready for a show
When competing in a show, you’ll need more than just a horse in good condition, cautions Dr Mac.
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