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The Black Locust (Robinia pseudo-acacia) is a member of the pea family and is highly toxic to all animals, although

A nasal discharge from only one nostril can be indicative of a localized problem, such as a tooth abscess or

You have not mentioned whether your horse has any other symptoms which are common for your horse to experience alongside

Mud Fever is most common during the wetter winter months, when infection by the Dermatophilus congolensis bacteria can cause a

Your horse may not be specifically wanting to lie down more often – he may just appear to be because

Joints are encased by a capsule that has a tough outer layer surrounding the synovial layer, which is the thin

As a rule, a healthy horse that has access to plenty of quality grass should demonstrate healthy hoof growth. If

Excessive salivation in an otherwise healthy horse is actually nothing to worry about and is, in most cases, a response

It is imperative that a a veterinarian be consulted immediately for any problem concerning your horse’s eyes: lack of treatment

For minor cases of thrush I would recommend simply spraying the foot with iodine once a day in combination with

In order to diagnose the cause of the cough I would talk to your vet about a CBC, endoscopy (after

It is important that you check the methods described here regularly so that you can build up a relative picture

The navicular bone is located in the hoof, directly behind the coffin bone and is held in place by tendons

First of all, let me commend you for researching your new pet’s exact needs before taking the plunge – if

This depends on where the rubs are on your horse. If your horse’s hocks are rubbing together when he moves,

This is a hot topic amongst horse lovers, and there are sure to be a hundred different answers for every

The few possibilities that this might be are all dermatitis, since they all affect the skin. Even though the bumps

Sweat and salts left on the skin can cause irritation and inflammation. Always use a thick sponge soaked in warm

This is a common complaint in areas with sun as intense as Texas at this time of year. Without keeping

Laminitis is a very complicated disease and something which vets are only now beginning to understand properly. It most commonly