EQUINE WORM EGG COUNTS

Monitoring parasite resistance and guiding sustainable control strategies in South Africa Text: Ilsemarie Greyvenstein Abstract Equine parasitic infections present a substantial challenge to the health of horses and the equine industry in South Africa. The rising prevalence of resistance of internal parasites to anthelmintic drugs indicates a critical need for sustainable and scientifically guided parasite control…

BylizzieMay 2, 20250Comments

Horse Channel Horse Training

ASKHQ: WHAT ARE THE SIGNS THAT A HORSE IS RESISTING THE CONTACT?

The most obvious sign that a horse has not accepted the contact is resistance. This can be displayed through snatching, falling behind, grabbing and hollowing. Snatching Horses usually snatch at the reins when you grip them too tightly. This can usually be fixed by gently sponging to encourage softness and suppleness. Don’t confuse this with sawing (pulling…

BylizzieDecember 21, 20170Comments

Horse Channel Horse Training

How correct is your contact?

[dropcap]Y[/dropcap]our contact is an essential line of communication to your horse, and for that reason, absolutely essential to get right. A common error from the rider’s side is dropping of the contact and therefore dropping of the communication. One minute you’re providing your horse with information and guiding him, and the next minute you’re not.…

BylizzieMay 31, 20160Comments

EQUINE WORM EGG COUNTS

ASKHQ: WHAT ARE THE SIGNS THAT A HORSE IS RESISTING THE CONTACT?

How correct is your contact?

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