Wasps kill flies
Parasitic wasps are an environmentally friendly way of breaking the life cycle of flies in stables, says Dr Mac.
Tendon troubles
Injuries to a horse’s tendons are invariably very serious, warns Kim Dyson.
Battling those burrs
Burrs in the mane and tail are not only unsightly but painful,
and can become an animal welfare problem, warns Dr Mac.
Dealing with Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD
Osteochondritis dissecans is an extremely painful orthopaedic disease, but it can be avoided, notes Kim Dyson.
Dealing with lice
Even well-kept horses can be infected by this annoying parasite, warns Kim Dyson
Choose the right saddle
Your horse’s comfort comes first when selecting a saddle, says Kim Dyson.
Exercising a horse
Bringing a horse back into work after illness or injury is always a risky business. Kim Dyson offers some helpful tips.
Handling stallions
Stallions can be dangerous and must be taught to respect you from an early age, says Dr Mac.
Stop your horse from chewing wood
Some tips from Kim Dyson on how to stop your horse from munching on poles.
About those pink patches
When is being called ‘Snowflake’ or ‘Pinky’ not good? When vitiligo is involved, says Kim Dyson.
Foaling season
Horse owners need to try and minimise risks to both foal and mare during foaling season, says Dr Mac.
Hard hats save lives
The South African Equestrian Federation doesn’t allow any rider to compete unless they’re wearing approved headgear –
and for good reason, says Dr Mac.
