Horse First-Aid

Articles for dealing with common equine emergencies and essential items for a horse first aid kit.

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Sep 14, 2011

Cushing's Disease in Horses

In 2003, contributing editor Jennifer von Geldern had a scary experience with her horse: An injection-site infection threatened his life. It took a second opinion--and a surprise diagnosis of Cushing's Disease--to save him.

By Jennifer von Geldern

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Feb 4, 2010

Horse First-Aid

Make Your Own Horse Care Remedies

It's said they can heal injuries, repel flies and make your horse's coat glossy. But are homemade remedies reliable--or are they recipes for disaster? We'll look at some homemade horse care remedies and see how effective they are.

By Debbie Moors

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Dec 17, 2009

Western Horse How-To

Colic-Prevention Checklist

Keep your horse as safe as possible from this potential killer with our colic-prevention checklist.

By HorseRider

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Feb 2, 2008

Horse First-Aid

Homemade First-Aid Recipes for Your Horse

Homemade recipes for common horse care first-aid solutions.

By H And R Editors

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Jun 5, 2003

Western Horse How-To

Learn to Care for Polo Wraps

Here's how to safely apply a polo wrap, plus how to wash your wraps.

By DR. Karen Hayes, DVM

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May 11, 2003

Horse Health

How to Treat a Snakebite

A snakebite—particularly on the nose—can be a life-threatening event for your horse. Here's what to do.

By DR. Karen Hayes, DVM

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Jun 26, 2002

Horse Health

3 Leg-icing Techniques for Your Horse

Here are three simple, inexpensive methods for icing your horse's lower leg--and speeding up his recovery.

By H And R Editors

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Jun 20, 2002

Western Horse How-To

Colic Symptom Checklist for Horses

Is your horse showing signs of colic? Use Veterinarian Barb Crabbe's colic checklist to track your horse's symptoms during the initial stages of colic, or until your vet arrives.

By HorseRider

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