Q: I’ve heard that dried dandelions are good for horses, but how about the fresh ones that grow in the field? Are they okay for a horse to eat? A: No part of a dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is toxic to horses. Even for us, eating raw or cooked, dandelion offers a good source of vitamins A, B, C,…
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…
Capillary refill time sounds a tad technical for most of us, but in reality, it is a very basic test. The process involves pressing on your horse's gums until they go a white-ish colour. Then remove your finger and they should return to healthy salmon pink. If it takes more than two seconds for the…
