ASKHQ: FRESH

Q: What is the longest I can leave my horse unworked without him getting fresh? A: This is a difficult question to answer, because so many factors come into play: feed, turnout, breed, way of going, temperament etc. Some horses are no different even after a few weeks' holiday, and others are impossible after only a…

BylizzieNovember 25, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: HYDROPHOBIA

Q: How can I get my horse to overcome his fear of water? A: Fear of water is a very common issue in horses. They can't see how deep it is, and being prey animals by nature, they're not inclined to get themselves into any situation that might threaten their survival. Once a horse has got…

BylizzieNovember 24, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: RUBBING ISSUES

Q: Why does my foal rub on me in the stable, even if she's not wearing a halter? Asked by Marle van der Merwe A: Sometimes rubbing has nothing to do with what a horse, or in your case a foal, is wearing on his face. Rubbing can come from skin irritation as well. Look out for…

BylizzieNovember 21, 20190Comments

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THE LOCKING STIFLE

By Dr Luke Poore A locking stifle is caused by upward fixation of the patella in the stifle joint of the horse. The patella The patella is one of three bones that make up the equine stifle and is the equivalent of our kneecap. One of the most important functions of the patella is its role in the…

BylizzieNovember 19, 20190Comments

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SOLARIUM THERAPY

All over the world and more and more in South Africa, equestrians are seeing the benefits of solarium therapy for their horses. Many professional yards have an in-house solarium, so that performance horses can have access to solarium treatment on a regular basis. However, the benefits of the solarium are reaped not only by sport…

BylizzieNovember 15, 20190Comments

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BANDAGES

Bandages come in the form of either exercise or stable bandages. Exercise bandages are typically used by dressage riders or when the horse is being lunged. Stable bandages are worn overnight and offer the horse additional support and protection. The bandages themselves offer minimal support to the leg, and are usually worn in conjunction with…

BylizzieNovember 12, 20190Comments

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BOXING BOOTS

Boxing boots are worn when travelling, and come in either the short or long version. Short boxing boots are fitted only around the cannon bones, and offer no protection to the elbows, hocks, pasterns or heels. Front and back long boxing boots cover the leg from the bottom of the heel to just above the…

BylizzieNovember 11, 20190Comments

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SAUSAGE BOOT

The sausage boot is a ring of rubber, secured by a buckle, fitted around the fetlock. These boots are worn to protect the pastern or coronet from injury, such as when a jumper strikes himself as he takes off at a jump.

BylizzieNovember 10, 20190Comments

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HOCK BOOTS

Hock boots are typically worn during travel or when stabled. Some horses manage to dig out their bedding and end up lying down on the concrete base, resulting in sores on the hocks. Other horses might have a tendency to knock their hocks against the sides of a box, and in these cases, hock boots…

BylizzieNovember 9, 20190Comments

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HOOF BOOTS

Hoof boots are usually worn by horses who are barefoot or have sensitive feet, or by horses who have to endure hard and irregular ground, such as endurance horses. The hoof boot provides protection to the entire hoof and especially supports and cushions the frog and sole. Hoof boots come in a variety of sizes, and…

BylizzieNovember 8, 20190Comments

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