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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.

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.

Endurance riding through the Taurus Mountains

A long-distance ride in southern Turkey provides an interesting challenge to endurance riders, says Dr Mac.

Why a horse rears

It might look cool when the Lone Ranger and Silver do it, but in real life a rearing horse is no fun, says Kim Dyson.

One horse, one passport

If your horse competes, make sure it has the right passport, filled in correctly, says Dr Mac.

Making a first impression with a foal

Building a relationship of trust and respect from day one will be a life-changing experience for you and your foal, says Kim Dyson.

Calming a spooky horse

Horses that shy easily can be desensitised to ‘scary’ objects. It just takes a bit of retraining and patience, says Dr Mac.

Your horse is what it eats

A proper diet will go a long way to preventing disease and certain behavioural problems, says Kim Dyson.

Red clover for horses

This herb has many different uses for treating horses.

Horses and thumps disorder

This serious disorder can affect endurance horses after a long ride, says Dr Mac.

Essential oils for horses

Essential oils can be used to improve the mood and physical well-being of your horse, says Kim Dyson.
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