Heat Advisory for Horses
University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine
June 18, 2021
Veterinarians from UC Davis offer 10 important tips to prevent heat-related problems in horses.
Veterinarians from UC Davis offer 10 important tips to prevent heat-related problems in horses.
Horses with Cushing’s have a harder time regulating their body temperature and often sport longer coats. Dr. Jeanette Mero has recommendations for keeping those horses comfortable.
Insect bite hypersensitivity is a lifelong condition, and affected horses will always need management and/or therapy. But often a patient can be clinical-sign-free with low exposure to inciting antigens.
Insects don’t just harass your horse—their bites can cause welts and rashes, lead to insect bite hypersensitivity, and even transmit diseases. Download this free report to learn about smart insect control strategies you can use to keep your horse comfortable.
A veterinarian advises owners to consider various factors, from shade availability to humidity, when deciding whether to use a fly sheet in hot, humid weather.
How do you ensure a horse that’s reluctant to use his salt block and refuses to eat loose salt in his ration is getting enough?
A horse in Arizona is low-energy and losing weight in the summer heat. Find out what might help.
Know your common fly species, the diseases they transmit, and ways to deter them from your property.
Remember these pointers to help ensure your summer riding season is fun and safe.
Horses in hot climates might not be as shade- and shelter-dependent as expected.
Dr. Jeanette Mero shares the benefits of night turnout to help horses beat the heat.
Do you know the difference? Dr. Jeanette Mero outlines the clinical signs of heat exhaustion and stroke in horses.
Dr. Jeanette Mero describes the early warning signs of dehydration in horses and shares how much a horse should drink on a hot day.
Summer is a great time to get out and enjoy your horse, but the season also comes with management challenges. In this prerecorded Q&A, we’ll answer your hot weather health questions about riding, bathing, hydration, and transportation. You’ll also learn the signs of heat exhaustion and how to protect your horse.
Dr. Erika Machtinger gives an overview of how stable flies are different than houseflies and offers strategies for a (nearly) fly-free barn.
Dr. Erika Machtinger offers help for owners looking for the right fly spray to protect their horses.
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