by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Jul 26, 2016 | Featured resources, Health and Wellness, Horseman 101, Uncategorized
Describe the horse’s attitude – bright and alert, depressed, lethargic, quiet, anxious, uncomfortable, etc. Describe horse’s actions – not moving, not bearing weight in a leg, pawing, looking at the belly, pacing, shaking, uncoordinated, etc. Take horse’s temperature...
by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Jul 26, 2016 | Emergencies, Horseman 101
Information All Horse Owners Should Have at the Barn The phone number of your veterinarian, your cell phone or barn phone number. (Remember to stay off the phone that the vet is supposed to call you back on!) The exact address of the barn including fire number. If...
by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Jul 26, 2016 | Emergencies, Horseman 101
A first aid kit is a great idea to keep on hand at the barn. Below are recommended items to have on-hand in case of an emergency. Emergency Veterinary Supplies Thermometer Stethoscope Scissors Clippers Twitch Sterile Cotton Sheet Cotton 4 x 4 Telfa Pads Gauze Rolls...
by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Jul 26, 2016 | Emergencies, Horseman 101
In case of an emergency, have our number displayed on the stall door for easy access. Also have insurance information available if your horse is insured. A first aid kit is a great idea to keep on hand at the barn. Items to include in your emergency medical kit can be...
by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Jul 26, 2016 | Health and Wellness, Horseman 101
Techniques to Improve Quality of Life for Older Horses Digestion/Nutrition Older horses become less efficient at digesting food and can benefit from many of the following suggestions: Regular dental care — check teeth once or twice yearly. Fecal exam and...
