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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...

A cribbing horse will lock their front teeth to a surface, usually wood, and swallow air. It’s a nasty vice that can cause health issues and destroy the barn. A severe cribber will latch onto anything they can find. It’s a nasty habit that can’t be cured, but it can be managed by taking appropriate...

Did you know horses can get lice? The answer is they can! These parasitic insects like to nest in the hair of horses and other mammals. They can cause a serious case of the itches! Most people assume that lice result from poor living conditions, but any horse could be at risk for them. Find...

The fields are muddy and it’s been raining non-stop! You better keep a outlook for bacteria. Scratches, a common skin condition seen in horses, is quick to attack when the weather is muddy, rainy, windy, and cold. The natural oils of the skin are stripped from the harsh conditions. Find out how you can fight...

Your equine vet has an important job to do of providing preventive and emergency care to your horse. They often deal with all kinds of horse owners. It’s essential they learn to communicate with their clients effectively. Sometimes, that means not saying everything they are thinking. If they could, here’s ten things they wish they...

More horses than you might imagine have gastric ulcers. It has been estimated that nearly 60% of show horses might have moderate to severe ulcers. Roughly one-third of stalled horses are at risk for this painful condition. Because horses stomachs are smaller and constantly producing gastric acids, it is essential to provide a diet that...

Eye infections and injuries are more common than you might think. Too frequently, horse owners go out to the barn to see their horse’s eyes swollen, barely open, and tearing. It’s nothing to take lightly! You must be proactive from the beginning to ensure the injury or infection is on the road to recovery. Signs...