Q: Is using a twitch cruel? A: A twitch comes in two forms: a cord loop on the end of a wooden handle and a 'humane' metal pinch. Each is tightened either around the horse's top lip (a nose twitch) or around an ear. A recent study comparing the nose and ear twitches found the twitch…
Your horse's mucous membranes include his gums, his nostrils and his eyelids. These areas (as discussed briefly in the previous posts) can all provide helpful clues about the health of your horse. In essence, we want all of these areas to be a nice salmon pink colour. If you notice any of the following colour…
