Equine influenza is a highly contagious respiratory disease that affects members of the Equidae family (horses, donkeys, and zebras). It can rapidly spread through unvaccinated horses, which is why it’s extremely important to complete the initial vaccine programme and stay up to date with yearly boosters. On the upside, equine flu is generally not a […]
Monthly Archives: March 2022
Winter is notoriously wet in the UK. When the cold weather and shorter days roll around, we’re typically met with constant rain, which means our fields soon turn into bogs and our horses become literal mud monsters. Aside from making horse ownership rather unpleasant, our damp winters also bring about a variety of issues, one […]
Whether you stable your horse in just the winter months or bring them in year-round, it’s likely you’ll find yourself thinking about the different types of horse bedding and what’s best for your equine in question. There’s a great variety of bedding types on offer, all with their own pros and cons, so it can […]
There can be many different causes to dry skin in dogs which is why diagnosis can be slightly tricky. It may be something as simple as an allergy, whereas in other cases in can be a sign of a larger problem. Find out about the various potential causes of your dog’s dry skin and the […]
Crib biting in horses is a compulsive repetitive behavioural disorder that’s most common in equines that spend a lot of time stabled. It can be quite alarming to see, especially for those glimpsing it for the first time, but what is crib biting in horses exactly? Is it harmful and should you prevent them from […]