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ANTICIPATING THE NEW ARRIVAL

Mares have a long gestation period, with the average pregnancy lasting between 335 to 350 days or roughly 11 months. However, gestations can last anywhere between 320 to 360 days, so being able to recognise the signs that a mare is nearing her foaling date can prove invaluable. As your mare approaches the end of her…

BylizzieNovember 11, 20240Comments

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ALL EARS – UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING SOUND SENSITIVITY

Sound sensitivity in horses, often referred to as auditory hyperaesthesia, is a prevalent yet frequently overlooked issue that can have significant implications for a horse’s well-being. Whether it’s the distant rumble of thunder, the crackle of fireworks, or the everyday noises of the barn, some horses react more intensely to sound than others. Recognising, managing,…

BylizzieOctober 23, 20240Comments

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JOINT INFECTIONS IN HORSES: AN OVERVIEW

Joint infections, also known as septic arthritis, are serious and potentially life-threatening conditions in horses. These infections can lead to severe lameness, joint damage, and, if not treated promptly, long-term disability or even the need for euthanasia. Understanding the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for joint infections is crucial for horse owners, vets, and…

BylizzieOctober 21, 20240Comments

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TENDON INJURIES

Tendon injuries happen in one of two ways: sudden tears or ruptures from a single overloading event (an injury) or chronic strains from overuse. The former are usually recognised immediately after an athletic episode and usually have the hallmarks of heat, pain when touched, and obvious swelling. On the other hand, the latter tends to…

BylizzieOctober 19, 20240Comments

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CHIA SEEDS FOR HORSES

Chia seeds are small, round seeds generally considered healthy additions to human diets. The seeds come from the plant Salvia hispanica, a member of the mint family native to parts of Mexico and Guatemala. According to various studies and reports, chia seeds support cardiovascular and digestive health, reduce inflammation, and help control diabetes. Chia seeds for horses…

BylizzieOctober 13, 20240Comments

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EQUINE WELFARE: ISES 10 TRAINING PRINCIPLES

Equine welfare has always been a concern in our industry, but recent years have seen it move from a peripheral to the foremost consideration in our sport. As awareness of equine welfare has grown, people are not only being called out for incidents of abuse but also for poor management of the horses in their…

BylizzieAugust 22, 20240Comments

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INNOVATIVE STUDY DEVELOPS ACCURATE TEST TO RECORD THE FREQUENCY AND SEVERITY OF EQUINE HEADSHAKING

An accelerometer mounted at a horse’s poll may aid diagnosis and monitoring response to treatment. A group of UK equine specialists have undertaken a unique study to develop an objective measure of equine trigeminal-mediated (TGM) headshaking (HS) in response to the current lack of an accurate method to monitor the frequency and severity of headshaking events.…

BylizzieAugust 11, 20240Comments

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UNDERSTANDING FLAXSEED IN THE EQUINE DIET

Flaxseed is quickly becoming a popular nutritional supplement for horses. But what exactly is flaxseed, and how does it benefit the horse? Here’s what you need to know. What is flaxseed? Flaxseed is produced by the flax plant, commonly grown in cool, northern climates. Flaxseed is also known as ‘flax’ or ‘linseed.’ What does flaxseed contain? Flaxseed…

BylizzieJuly 29, 20240Comments

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FEEDING THE HOT HORSE

How to feed a ‘hotter’ horse is a dilemma faced by horse owners in many different disciplines. How do you provide a horse with enough dietary energy to do the work he needs to do at the level he needs to do it, while controlling the mental energy or reactivity? Here we examine this question,…

BylizzieJuly 26, 20240Comments

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“EFFECT OF HAY NETS ON HORSE BODYWEIGHT, BODY CONDITION SCORE, HAY USAGE, AND DENTAL HEALTH IN MATURE ADULT HORSES” BY DEBOER ET AL.

Hay nets are commonly used in horse management to prolong feeding time and reduce hay waste, but concerns about their impact on horse health exist. A recent two-year cross-over study compared hay usage, dental wear, and dental conditions between horses fed with (NET) and without (CON) hay nets. About hay nets Hay nets are popular for…

BylizzieJuly 25, 20240Comments

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