What they are: Warts are a type of tumour and are the most common growths found in horses. They are…
What they are: Abscesses are an accumulation of pus under the skin or in the deeper tissues. Abscesses can occur…
What they are: Nodules are referred to as simply nodules or as pressure bumps or sweat bumps. In medical terms…
What they are Seromas are fluid-filled sacs that occur secondary to direct trauma, such as being kicked by another horse.…
Lumps and bumps are all too common in our equine friends. Some just need a 'watch and wait' approach and…
Sweet itch is caused by an allergic reaction to the saliva of the Cullicoides midge (the same midge involved in…
Every owner should know their horse's legs. Every day before and after you ride you should palpate the legs from…
Your horse's manure can give you clues as to his overall condition. Droppings should be in firm, well-formed balls. Very…
You should be able to hear your horse's gut sounds as your horse digests his food by putting your ear…
Your horse's eyes should be bright and without any signs of inflammation or any discharge. Redness of the eye or…