Savvy Equestrian - Educational Horse Articles
First Aid
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August 3, 2008 Camping and Packing with Your HorseThe most common veterinary emergencies on the trail are colic, wounds (including rope burns), lameness, and “tying up”. Read more... |
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April 27, 2007 Cold Therapy & Ice BandagesWhen a horse injures a leg, many times the first - and best - course of action is to cool the area as quickly as possible. Read more... |
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April 14, 2007 Applying Sweat BandagesWhen your horse suffers a strain, sprain or traumatic injur its legs may swell and become warm to the touch. Read more... |
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January 29, 2007 HEART Equine Transport on CallIf your horse needs emergency care HEART is available, on 24 hour call, at the WEF, Wellington Fl. Read more... |
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September 28, 2006 Anthrax Affects EveryoneAnthrax is a serious, dangerous, reportable disease that when suspected should be brought immediately to the attention of your veterinarian. Read more... |
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July 28, 2006 Blister Beetle PoisoningBlister beetles swarm in alfalfa fields and are drawn into bales by accident. Even small parts of these beetles are toxic to a horse. Read more... |
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July 20, 2006 Heat StrokeThe body maintains its normal temperature in hot weather by moving heat through the muscles and out through the skin. Horses that cannot sweat will usually overheat very rapidly Read more... |
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May 26, 2006 How Much Bute is Too Much?My veterinarian recently prescribed "Bute" when my gelding came up sore after an endurance ride. He advised a specific dosage. I wonder if I can I give him more without making him sick?
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May 17, 2006 Cold Therapy & Ice BandagesWhen a horse injures a leg, many times the best course of action is to cool the area as quickly as possible. Read more... |
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April 17, 2006 Applying Sweating BandagesWhen your horse suffers a strain, sprain or traumatic injury, or is stall bound for extended periods, its legs may swell and become warm to the touch. Read more... |
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