rain rot

Mud, mud, mud everywhere! At the end of winter and through spring, muddy horse fields are a constant battle. The snow and frozen ground has begun to melt, leaving behind puddles throughout your fields. Unfortunately, the extra moisture and mud can cause a number of health concerns in horses. Rain Rot, Scratches, & Mud Fever:...

You may be familiar with the mouthwash, Listerine. It’s a powerful antiseptic that kills germs and bad breath. Did you know it’s also helpful around the barn? It can even be used directly on your horse! Listerine is affordable and easy to find, which makes it very practical to use. You won’t believe how helpful...

Depending on where you live, you might be experiencing a lot of rain! The previous year has been one of the wettest on record! Rainy weather can definitely impact your turnout schedule. It can be hard to know whether your horse should be stalled or free to roam. Assess the Individual Each horse is different...

Wet, humid conditions are the perfect environment for rain rot. This skin infection leaves painful scabs along the back, hindquarters, and legs. While it may start off mild, over time this contagious bacteria can spread and cause a considerable amount of hair loss. The good news? You might be able to treat this condition with...

Rain rot isn’t just something to worry about in the spring, it can strike in the fall just as easily, which is why it’s important to prepare for the upcoming rainy seasons during the summer. Caused by bacteria, rain rot, or rain scald, forms on the outer layer of the skin and produces large, crusty scabs....

This fall has been particularly wet and damp in a number of regions this year. Rain rot isn’t just something to worry about in the spring, it can strike in the fall just as easily. Caused by bacteria, rain rot or rain scald forms on the outer layer of the skin and produces large, crusty scabs. If...