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The skin of a horse is sensitive and not just so, it is also vulnerable and prone to irritations and adverse reactions to the elements. As a result of this, there are different types of horse shampoos and conditioners that are designed specifically for the care and protection of the delicate and sensitive skin and coat of horses. The different types of horse shampoos are created to tackle and solve certain problems that horses have.
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Horses need time to spend on the pasture so they won’t go stir-crazy cooped up in stalls or stables, but turnout time can come with risks depending on the plant life that may be growing in the area. Vines, broadleaf weeds and other undesired plants may spring up where horses graze, and while some may be nothing more than an eyesore, there are other plants that can be poisonous to horses if they happen to nibble on them.
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Summer’s Bad Boys: The Horse Fly
Everyone loves the summer. The warm weather, the clear skies the chance to tan and walk around without having to bother about chills; it is the perfect time to enjoy the trails riding your horse.
What we do not enjoy, however about the summer is the way the insects troupe in and attack our animals and humans. From sand flies to mosquitoes, and probably the worst of them all, the horse fly.
Much unlike an ordinary fruit fly or a house fly, a horse fly is an insect that bites, and its bite is really painful. Much more painful than bites from other insects and they can make a pleasurable ride turn into one you would not forget in a long time, and not in a good way.
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Most people do not know what the bite of a horse fly feels like until they get attacked. When this happens, they get to understand how different the bite of this fly is from that of other biting insects. In reality, it would not be bad if you referred to this fly as a vampire fly. It feeds voraciously and being attacked by females in swarms can cause you to lose up to 2 cups of blood within 24 hours. Just like the mosquito, horseflies need an area where there is water to breed. Then again, a female horse fly will have to get access to a blood meal which is a necessity for reproduce.
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When it comes to purchasing grooming tools, the novice or uninformed may put little to no thought into the supplies they buy, especially brushes. Whether you’re making a purchase online or going to a tack shop, brushes and combs are viewed as just that–brushes and combs. Cheap items that do a simple job. While there may be variations in size and the material used, the average horse owner doesn’t see much a difference in the type of brush they buy to groom their horse.
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Have you noticed your horse having a problem with their gait? Maybe you’ve also have smelled an odd unpleasant, rotting odor coming from your horse that lingered even after a wash. By taking a look at their feet, you will find the culprit—thrush.
Thrush is an unpleasant fungal infection that largely can be avoidable given the right maintenance and environmental modifications to your horse’s daily living.
In this article, we will touch on this common horse problem and how you can remedy the issue easily to eliminate the stink and get your horse’s hoofs back in healthy condition.
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Owning a horse comes with many different responsibilities. Aside from grooming and feeding and training the horse, you will also need to look after it’s well-being. Some equine issues are a bit subtle and the symptoms aren’t in-your-face, but others are a lot more overt that you can’t miss it. This is definitely true if your horse has a skin condition.
If you notice odd bumps or marks on your horse or even a bald spot, it’s safe to assume that something is wrong. Skin conditions don’t just appear out of nowhere so a big part of alleviating the issue is figuring out whether the condition has been triggered by a bacterial or viral infection, a bite from an insect or some other external force.
Some skin ailments are more serious than others and would need the assistance of an experienced vet to check out your horse, while others skin issues you could possibly treat on your own with the right knowledge and tools at your disposal.
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For most of the year you may not have to deal with horseflies. Most of the time, you will not get any disturbance from horseflies. They mostly have nectar as their food and assist in plant pollination. However, you begin to notice their vampire tendencies when it is time for them to breed.
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The Horsefly vs Deer fly saga is one that continues to be discussed. Both insects are known for being bloodsuckers and can be quite a nuisance for humans and animals alike. Horseflies can measure between ¾ and 1 ¼ inch in length. Their wings are solidly colored with eyes that have a bright color. In contrast, deer flies are smaller and you will notice that their wings have dark bands. Their eyes have a similarity with that of house flies. It can ruin your outdoor work as well as recreation if you experience an attack from these flights. Every year, the attacks usually vary.
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At the end of every winter season and the beginning of summer, everyone is faced with the same issue; insects and pests. These insects are not just stressful on humans but are also very stressful on pets, especially horses. What do you do if you are in a pinch and need a DIY Fly Repellent Spray? Keep Reading to Find 3 Great Recipes.
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