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Horses

Farmer’s Weekly brings you the latest horse farming news and updates from South Africa and the rest of Africa.

Horses show off their talents

This year’s SANESA Championship attracted a record number of riders and many talented youngsters, says Dr Mac.

Steps on healing a horse’s wound

Once the initial trauma has passed and the wound has been cleaned and treated, the final stage of healing can commence, says Kim Dyson.

Horses and eye problems

Any condition involving the eye is potentially serious and should be investigated as soon as possible, says Kim Dyson.

‘Help! My pony has a parrot mouth!’

The causes of ‘parrot mouth’ in horses are unclear, and treatment can be expensive.

Horses: caring for hooves

Knowing what a healthy hoof looks like will help you to recognise an unhealthy hoof straightaway, says Kim Dyson.

Horses and healthy hooves

Healthy, properly-shaped hooves are crucial to the overall condition of a horse, says Kim Dyson.

Horses: treating proud flesh

This wound complication in horses can be serious, warns Dr Mac.

Controlling veterinary costs

Veterinary bills can be expensive. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce these costs without compromising your horse’s health, says Dr Mac.

Learning about hooves – Part 1

Become familiar with what’s healthy and what’s not, says Kim Dyson.

Watch pregnant horses closely

It might be a ‘natural process’, but owners should know the signs of foaling, as complications can arise, warns Dr Mac.

Horses tooth problems

Your horse needs a dental check-up every six months, just like a human being, says Kim Dyson.

To clip or not to clip a horse

Endurance riders were traditionally prejudiced against clipping, but attitudes are changing, says Dr Mac.
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