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  • D&H Herbs & Supplements Image

    D&H Herbs & Supplements

    17 April 2024 (Last Updated: 8 April 2024) - by Emma Nissler BSc (Hons), Nutritional Manager, Dods (Guest Author) in Horses

    The Dodson & Horrell Herbs and Supplements range has been scientifically developed to provide support for general health and wellbeing, performance and recovery. For many years Dodson & Horrell have been providing a holistic option, in the form of the carefully crafted herbal supplements. They are easy to use and are very palatable. They ca...

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  • Could Your Horse Be Harbouring Stow Away Parasites? Image

    Could Your Horse Be Harbouring Stow Away Parasites?

    10 April 2024 (Last Updated: 9 April 2024) - by MSD (Guest Author) in Horses

    Parasite Fact! Some of the gut parasites your horse picked up during summer grazing may have overwintered in your horse’s guts. During late winter/early spring these parasites become active again, having potentially devastating effects on your horse’s health. Gut Parasites: A Closer Look During late winter/early spring there are several...

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  • Defeating Sweet Itch with Carr & Day & Martin Killitch® Image

    Defeating Sweet Itch with Carr & Day & Martin Killitch®

    3 April 2024 (Last Updated: 3 April 2024) - by Carr & Day & Martin (Guest Author) in Horses

    Sweet Itch can be the nemesis of many horse owners, turning the joy of owning a horse into a frustrating battle against relentless itching and discomfort. One of the most common skin diseases, Sweet Itch is a condition caused by an allergic reaction to the bites of Culicoides midges. Sweet Itch is largely a seasonal condition as midges do not fly...

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  • How To Measure Your Horse For A New Rug Image

    How To Measure Your Horse For A New Rug

    5 February 2024 (Last Updated: 9 February 2024) - by WeatherBeeta (Guest Author) in Horses

    A poor or ill-fitting horse rug can cause discomfort and rubbing. We at WeatherBeeta explain how you measure your horse, using the following easy-to-follow guide to determine the right size rug for your horse or pony. If you would like to determine the correct size rug for your horse. You can easily measure them by using a soft tape measure (or a p...

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  • Furry Festivities: Celebrating Christmas with Your Hilariously Unique Dog Image

    'Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to spread joy than by celebrating christmas with our beloved furry canine companions? Dogs, with their wonderfully diverse personalities, bring an extra dash of merriment to the holiday season. From the class clowns who live to make us laugh to the dramatic divas who can turn even the simplest moment...

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  • Horse Anxiety and Fireworks Image

    Horse Anxiety and Fireworks

    2 November 2023 (Last Updated: 2 November 2023) - by Dr Marga Mas DVM PGDip MRCVS (Guest Author) in Horses

    As the colder months roll around, so does firework season, and whilst these occasions are viewed as a time of relax and recreation, horses might have a different perception. The effect of fireworks in horses has been documented (3): a large study in New Zealand found that the majority of horses (79%) manifested anxiety around fireworks. Fortunately...

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  • Turn the Big Bang into the Big Calm with FELIWAY and ADAPTIL Image

    Turn the Big Bang into the Big Calm with FELIWAY and ADAPTIL

    13 October 2023 (Last Updated: 29 February 2024) - by CEVA (Guest Author) in Pet Care

    Over 40% of dogs and 30% of cats are afraid of fireworks*, here are some tops tips from ADAPTIL and FELIWAY to help your pets feel calmer during fireworks season. Keeping Dogs Calm During Fireworks Fireworks can be terrifying for dogs and distressing for their owners. Although it is very common, fear of fireworks can affect different dogs in diff...

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    Royal Canin FCN

    11 September 2023 - by Royal Canin (Guest Author) in Pet Care

    Care for your cat’s sensitivities! Did you know 1 out of 2 of our cats experience a health sensitivity at some point during their life? This includes hair and skin problems, weight issues, digestive concerns, and hairballs. If your cat is struggling with any of these issues, Royal Canin has the product for you. Their sensitivity range is scie...

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  • Introducing Yurvac RHD Image

    Yurvac RHD is a vaccine containing recombinant rabbit haemorrhagic disease virus (RHDV2). It is indicated for the active immunisation of rabbits from 30 days of age onwards against RHDV and RHDV2. The product has only just received a positive opinion for initial marketing with the EMA on the 11th to 13th July so it will be a while before it is rele...

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  • Introducing Eluracat Image

    Eluracat contains the active ingredient capromorelin tartrate. It is a new medicinal product intended for use in cats for body weight gain. It is particularly indicated for those experiencing unintended weight loss or reduced appetite resulting from chronic medical conditions. The product has only just received a positive opinion for initial market...

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