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How To Clean and Treat Minor Horse Wounds
by Equus | Nov 19, 2022
Follow these steps to clean and treat minor horse wounds.
Read MoreHow To Wrap a Horse’s Hock
by Equus | Sep 14, 2022
Wrapping a hock can be difficult, but these tips from a veterinarian can help.
Read MorePutting Together a First Aid Kit
by Equus | Jul 23, 2022
Create a basic equine first aid kit to prepare for minor injuries and be better equipped for an emergency.
Read MoreThe Accident-Prone Horse
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Dec 8, 2021
Is your horse accident-prone? Our sources share how to manage these Bubble-Wrap-worthy equids and the best ways to avoid problems in the first place.
Read MoreTaking Care of Horses After the Storm
by Sarah Evers Conrad | Sep 4, 2021
Three practitioners share advice on how to best care for your horses following a disaster.
Read MoreSafe and Smart Horse Camping
by Alayne Blickle | Aug 8, 2020
Camping is all about simplicity and going back to nature, but adding horses to the picture means you must make many more considerations. Our sources shared their top tips for getting ready to go horse camping.
Read MoreSummer Horse Health Tips
by Wendy Krebs, DVM | Jun 22, 2020
Remember these pointers to help ensure your summer riding season is fun and safe.
Read MoreHow to Bandage a Horse’s Wound
by The Horse Staff | May 15, 2020
Learn how to manage minor leg wounds in our step-by-step visual guide.
Read MoreAntimicrobial-Impregnated Gauze Helps Equine Wounds Heal
by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | May 12, 2020
Using 0.2% PHMB-impregnated gauze reduced the growth of underlying bacteria commonly implicated in orthopedic wounds and infections of horses.
Read MoreEquine First-Aid Kit for Minor Injuries and Acute Wound-Care
by The Horse Staff | Apr 17, 2020
Take a look inside Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital’s vet-recommended equine first-aid kit for minor wounds.
Read MoreEquine First-Aid Basics, Part 2
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Apr 15, 2020
Being prepared for an equine emergency can help make the situation less stressful and result in a more positive outcome.
Read MoreEquine First-Aid Basics, Part 1
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Apr 14, 2020
Find out what items should be in your horse’s first-aid kit, what they’re used for, and how to store them.
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