Dandruff is an uncomfortable and unsightly condition that affects as many dogs as it does humans. Like humans, some dogs are more prone to dandruff and dermatitis-related problems than others, but often there is an underlying cause that is triggering the dryness and scurfy coat. Essentially, dandruff is just the surface layer of skin that has flake...
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The weather has warmed up and so a lot of you will be out bathing your horses. For the best results, follow our top tips and help transform your muddy monsters into gleaming show-ready horses. What you will need: Sponge Bucket Horse shampoo Sweat scraper Coat shine spray Mane and tail conditioner If your horse is particularly muddy when you start,...
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Teaching your dog good leash manners is vital if you want to avoid a game of tug-of-war every time you go out for a stroll. Dogs are naturally inclined to go on ahead and explore with their noses, but if their will to sniff everything in sight is wrenching your arm out of its socket on the daily, it’s time to take back control of the lead. It...
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People often talk about over-excitable, ill-mannered horses, but what can you do with lazy or stubborn horses that can’t, or won’t, do as you want them to? Why are some horses ‘lazy’? There are several reasons why a horse might be sluggish and unresponsive, aside from just having a laid-back personality, and it is important...
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Horse ownership often necessitates travelling, which can be stressful at the best of times, and traumatic and even dangerous at the worst. To help ensure you are always travelling safely with your horses, here are our top tips for keeping journeys stress-free: Get your horse used to being loaded, as this is often the most stressful part of the jour...
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Spring is a crucial time to be thinking about grass management, as it lays the foundations for the year. But there is more to grass management than just letting your horses graze or restricting their grazing. If done properly, grass is the most high value, low-cost feed you can provide your horse. Removing Parasite Burdens First and foremost, ensur...
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Food allergies account for roughly 10% of all allergies in dogs, and even more in cats. Although these can be severe and result in uncomfortable symptoms, once you’ve identified the specific food that’s causing problems, you can pretty much resolve the issue. It is the proteins in food that have the ability to trigger allergies, and the...
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Headshaking in horses is a common problem and one that is still largely misunderstood. In the past it’s been considered many things, from a behavioural syndrome, to more serious neurological disease. Nowadays, it is widely believed that headshaking is caused by facial pain, resulting in violent jerking and thrashing of the head. In roughly 98...
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A barking dog can be annoying, but it’s as natural for dogs to bark as it is for humans to talk. That said, when it’s excessive and seems to stem for nowhere, it can cause a lot of stress and worry. Why is my dog barking? Is my dog stressed, unhappy, ill? Before deciding on a course of action for stopping the barking, it is important to...
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With shows looking a likihood for July, you might want to start thinking abour your horse's fitness levels. Whether you like competing or just want to get out hacking for longer, ensuring your horse's fitness is what it should be means they are less likely to injure themselves. There are many fitness plans you can find online, in magazines or on th...
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