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What hay should you feed your horse? Complete guide to hay types and feeding choices
Hay varieties explained. Learn what hay to feed your horse with this complete guide. Compare meadow, oaten, wheaten, teff, and lucerne (alfalfa) hay to choose the best option for health, performance, and weight management. Choosing the right hay is one...
Stifle lock in horses: symptoms, treatment & monitoring
Learn what stifle lock in horses is, common symptoms, treatment options, and how the Equine Eye camera helps you monitor your horse’s movement remotely. Understanding stifle lock: symptoms, causes & treatment Also known as upward fixation of the patella, stifle...
How to get rid of bot eggs on your horse
Bot eggs on your horse’s coat can be frustrating and if left untreated, they can lead to internal parasites. Understanding how to remove bot eggs from horses, when they appear, and how to manage them properly is key to keeping...
Farrier etiquette: tips every horse owner should know
If you’ve been around horses for a while, you know how valuable a good farrier is. Skilled farriers are hard to come by these days, and when you find one you trust, it’s worth doing everything you can to keep...
Why hobble training could be a lifesaver
Worried about your horse getting caught in fencing? You’re not alone. Horse fence injuries are more common than we’d like to admit especially with young, playful or easily spooked horses. While we can’t prevent every accident, there are ways to...
Treats you can (and can’t) give horses
Thinking about sharing your Easter eggs with your horse? Think again. Did you know chocolate is toxic to horses? But just so your horse doesn’t miss out on an Easter treat, we’ve put together a guide on what you can...
Why do horses spook? The flight instinct unpacked.
If you’ve spent any time around horses, you’ve likely experienced that moment — one second your horse is calm and relaxed, and the next, they’re snorting, spinning, or leaping sideways at something invisible. A leaf, a shadow, a plastic bag, even...
Where To Position Your Horse In The Float / Trailer
It can be tricky to know the most beneficial bay to put your horse/s in when floating. In this blog we will unpack the details of weight distribution, trailer capacity, safety and more. If you are transporting one horse in a straight load float/trailer...
Tips for rehabbing horses in confinement
Have your ever had to keep your horse confined for prolonged periods of time? Has your horse sustained an injury and requires rehab? Are they displaying signs of boredom? Whether it is a mare and foal recovering postpartum, a horse that has recently undergone surgery or is suffering from lameness. Whatever the cause of confinement, it is most beneficial for the welfare of the horse to ensure they are kept stimulated. In this short blog we will discuss some top tips for keeping you horses happy whilst in confinement and provide some ideas and strategies to prevent boredom in the stable.