Many plants are safe for horses to eat, but there are also a considerable number of plants that are poisonous growing in the UK. When consumed, reactions can range from mild irritation to severe colic or even death. As an equestrian, it’s incredibly important to know the names of these plants that are poisonous to […]
Monthly Archives: June 2022
The Irish Draught is a strong and powerful horse that once found employment on farms all across Ireland. Today, the breed is popular as a hunter and leisure horse due to their brave, yet kindly personalities and impressive strength. Vital Stats Weight: 580 – 680kg Height: 15.2hh – 16.3hh Life Expectancy: 30 years Best For: […]
If you have an unspayed female dog, they’ll experience a heat cycle. During this time there will be certain signs to look out for, alongside behavioural changes as she becomes more receptive to mating. In this guide, we’ve got all the answers to your questions on dog heat cycles including how long they bleed and […]
Cracked hooves are a fairly common problem that will affect almost every horse throughout their lifetime. In most cases, small cracks and chips are nothing to worry about and are simply superficial damage, but sometimes a hoof crack can be a serious issue that can cause lameness and infections. In this guide, we look at […]
Keeping your dog’s ears clean and regularly checking them is a very important part of their care. Some dogs will need their ears cleaned more often, whereas others will need it very little, nevertheless, you should still be checking their ear health on a regular basis to identify any problems such as infections or ear […]
Arthritis in dogs is a common disease, particularly in elderly canines or larger breeds. Sadly, it is a progressive disease with no known cure, but with early intervention and the correct management regime, many dogs can live a happy and healthy life with little discomfort. What is arthritis in dogs? Arthritis is an inflammatory disease […]
Laminitis is a painful and unfortunately, common disease that affects one in ten horses each year. Where it can’t be completely cured, it can be managed and in many instances, laminitis can be prevented, so it’s very important to understand what to look out for. In this guide, we look at what causes laminitis in […]