AskHQ: Fitting a rug
Q: How do you check if a rug fits your horse? A: Having a rug that fits your horse is important to keep your horse comfortable and avoiding rubbing. To…
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May 25, 2021
What are contracted heels?
Contracted heels are one of the most common problems encountered by farriers today. In fact, many of us are so used to seeing contracted heels that we don't even consider…
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May 17, 2021
AskHQ: Frequency of washing
Q: How often should you ideally bathe your horse? A: There isn't really a clear answer to this question, but one thing is for sure - you should be bathing…
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May 7, 2021
AskHQ: Dentist drama
Q: My mare will allow the dentist to work on her teeth, even with power tools, but she looks absolutely terrified. Would it be kinder to sedate her for the…
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Apr 25, 2021
Understanding windgalls, Part 4
Avoiding the development of windgalls There are three major ways to prevent your horse from developing windgalls. These are as follows: Ensure that your horse (particularly young or heavy horses)…
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Apr 25, 2021
Understanding windgalls, Part 2
Causes of windgalls Windgalls are the result of irritation of the joint surfaces or joint capsules, causing excessive production and reduced absorption of synovial fluid. The following are examples of…
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Apr 23, 2021
Understanding windgalls, Part 1
Windgall, or windpuff, is the term used to describe the soft swelling seen just above the fetlocks or the forelegs and hind legs of typically older or harder-working horses. The…
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Apr 22, 2021
Pedigrees – an overview
To understand breeding decisions, you need to learn how to examine the ancestry of a horse. Knowing bloodlines can help you to predict a horse's potential. Pedigree research often becomes…
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Apr 21, 2021
AskHQ: Feeding meds
Q: How is medication absorbed once a horse has consumed it orally? A: Shortly after a horse has been given some medication by mouth, the drug travels through the oesophagus,…
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Apr 18, 2021
AskHQ: The inside rein
Q: Why should you not turn with the inside rein? A: When starting out with this funny thing called horse riding, every instructor worth their salt will tell you ‘not…
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Apr 16, 2021
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