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Understanding Windsucking Behavior in Horses
Windsucking - causes, treatments. What the research says about this persistent behaviour.
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Jan 234 min read
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Why We're Obsessed With Colour
Colour in horses is an indicator of underlying health issues, often related to nutritional deficiencies, particularly in trace minerals.Â
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Jan 174 min read
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What you've been told about Magnesium Absorption and Bioavailability might be wrong
When selecting a magnesium supplement, consider the concentration and bioavailability of different products.
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Jan 83 min read
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Herbs & Spices that Work
There are hundreds of herbs & spices that might improve your horse's health, but not many are affordable in doses that are useful. Here's 5.
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Jan 27 min read
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What is Normal Urine?
Qualities of urine and manure can give us valuable information about our horse's health.
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Dec 24, 20243 min read
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Managing Biting Insects
Managing biting insects for horses to prevent skin irritation and illness.
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Dec 10, 20243 min read
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Understanding Headshaking in Horses (or not)
Headshaking refers more to discomfort or anxiety, and movement that is so frequent and violent that it's interfering with normal activities.
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Dec 7, 20244 min read
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8 Common Causes of Snot
It can be difficult to figure out where snot is coming from due to the complicated anatomy of horses' skulls. The horse has two main...
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Dec 2, 20244 min read
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5 Bogus Treatments For Itch
Queensland itch, also known as 'sweet itch' is a condition that primarily affects horses during warm weather.
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Nov 21, 20244 min read
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Common Respiratory Conditions in Horses
What are some common respiratory conditions in horses and their treatments?
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Nov 14, 20243 min read
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5 of the Most Toxic Weeds on Equine Properties
As an equine property owner in Australia, it's crucial to be aware of the invasive weeds that can pose a threat to your horse's health.
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Nov 9, 20244 min read
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Feeding for Strong Bones
One of the foundational elements of horse health is bone strength. Proper nutrition plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy bones.
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Oct 28, 20243 min read
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Diving Deeper: Acute vs. Chronic Illness
Acute illnesses usually come on rapidly and resolve whereas chronic illnesses are often preventable or at least delayed with good choices.
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Oct 22, 20244 min read
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Equine Teeth
Understanding how your horse's teeth work will help you make decisions about their husbandry.
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Oct 12, 20243 min read
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Understanding and Managing Laminitis in Horses
Laminitis, or 'founder' is a common and painful condition that affects horses' hooves, causing lameness and discomfort.
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Oct 3, 20243 min read
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What is that lump?
Horses can develop lumps for various reasons. Here are some common causes:
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Sep 21, 20244 min read
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Reading Your Feedbag
Horse feed bags - from deciphering technical jargon to understanding ingredient quality. Reading information on horse feed bags made easy.
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Sep 15, 20243 min read
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Considering Joint Injections?
When it comes to managing joint health in horses, owners turn to joint injections as a solution. But what are the implications for health?
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Aug 15, 20244 min read
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Preventative Health Care. Just Sayin'
A study of pony club horses in Australia shows that horse owners are avoiding non-urgent veterinary care.
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Aug 2, 20242 min read
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