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 contributing factors to windgalls in horses: Overworking a young or heavy horse, particularly on hard surfaces. Heavy breed types, like cobs, are more susceptible to…

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ASKHQ: PUNCTURE WOUNDS

Q: What is the best way to manage a puncture wound? A: If there is one thing you need to know about puncture wounds, it is that every single one requires veterinary attention. There is no exception. These wounds may look tiny and innocuous but they are one of the most dangerous injuries your horse can…

BylizzieMarch 28, 20210Comments

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ASKHQ: MENTAL SKILLS COACHING

Q: What kind of riders will benefit most from mental skills coaching? A: Before you consider whether learning about mental skills would be useful for you, ask yourself whether you are curious to learn more about yourself, both as a rider and as a person. The most important prerequisite to benefit from coaching of any kind,…

BylizzieFebruary 14, 20210Comments

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ASKHQ: DOG-LEG

Q: How do you jump a dogleg? A: A dogleg is a curved line from one fence to another to test your control and reactions. They are particularly challenging when they are incorporated into a shorter related distance. By looking towards the second fence in the dogleg when jumping the first, you position your shoulders in…

BylizzieFebruary 14, 20210Comments

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ASKHQ: MOTIVATION WITH YOUNG HORSES

Q: How can I stay motivated when working with young horses? A: Working with young or green horses can be an incredibly challenging experience and it is easy to become demotivated or despondent. Personally, I love working with the youngsters – I see them as a clean slate; a blank canvas ready to be painted! However,…

BylizzieFebruary 14, 20210Comments

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ASKHQ: FRENCH LINK SNAFFLE

Q: My horse throws his head when I ride him. If I ride him in a bitless bridle he doesn’t do this, but in his bridle with a French link snaffle he tosses his head all of the time? I had understood that this was a mild bit, so I’m not sure what else to…

BylizzieFebruary 13, 20210Comments

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ASKHQ: SEPARATION ANXIETY

Q: My horse won’t walk away from the barn to work, as he doesn’t want to leave his friends behind. How can I manage this? A: This is most likely a case of separation anxiety, which is common and natural. No matter how much we domesticate or even isolate horses, they are inherently herd animals. It…

BylizzieFebruary 13, 20210Comments

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ASKHQ: SHEATH ISSUES

Q: My gelding’s sheath is quite big and has a lump on either side of it. It hasn’t changed since I bought him and doesn’t seem to cause him any discomfort, but should I be worried about it? Asked anonymously A: Vets are commonly asked to look at a ‘swollen sheath’ and usually it’s in a…

BylizzieFebruary 11, 20210Comments

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ASKHQ: CAPPED ELBOW, HOCK OR KNEE

What is a capped hock, elbow or knee? And how are they caused? Check out this post to find out more.

BylizzieDecember 9, 20200Comments

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ASKHQ: RINGWORM

Want to know more about ringworm? Like the fact that it isn’t actually caused by a worm but by a fungus? Then, check out this article on ringworm in our equine friends.

BylizzieDecember 7, 20200Comments

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