AskHQ: The trot up
Q: How do you trot up a horse correctly? A: A veterinary inspection commonly involves leading a horse in a walk and a trot, so… Read More »AskHQ: The trot up
vet
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.
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.
AskHQ: Wound care
Q: How do I care for a wound? A: As soon as you see that your horse has a fresh wound or has opened an… Read More »AskHQ: Wound care
AskHQ: Tail rubbing
Q: Why might my horse be rubbing his tail? A: There are multiple causes of tail rubbing, but the trick is to find out quickly… Read More »AskHQ: Tail rubbing
AskHQ: Splints
Q: What is a splint? A: A splint is a bony enlargement of the inside or outside of the splint bone. It can be caused… Read More »AskHQ: Splints
AskHQ: Thrush
Q: My horse has just recovered from a bad case of thrush. My farrier has advised that I look at his diet, as well as… Read More »AskHQ: Thrush
AskHQ: Linseed oil
Q: Why is linseed oil the new thing to feed? Asked by Erin Booth A: Oils have been available on the equine market for years… Read More »AskHQ: Linseed oil
AskHQ: Worms in the paddock
Q: How do you manage pastures to reduce the incidence of worms? Answered by Jassy MacKenzie A: In the vast open spaces of their natural… Read More »AskHQ: Worms in the paddock
Back to Basics 2
By Charlotte Bastiaanse Contact and connection The majority of well-schooled horses ‘accept a contact’, but what does that actually mean? A misconception as old as… Read More »Back to Basics 2