Horses on the Hunt ~ Do horses eat meat?
We’ve all heard stories of horses helping themselves to a ham sandwich. Or have found a trampled rat in our stable. But do horses kill and eat animals?
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Do you have questions about your horse’s health you feel silly asking? Or does your horse have a minor problem what has you stumped? Well here at EquiPepper we aim to answer all these questions for you and give you the tools to keep your horse in tip top condition.
So whether you are looking for something to help your horse cope with vet prescribed box rest, to wanting to try some alternative herbal treatments before trying conventional treatment, we should have something for everyone. Although bare in mind that we always recommend talking to your vet about anything you are worried about before trying something else.
Scottie’s Sheath Cleaning
Sheath cleaning is one of those jobs which divides horse owners and vets alike. But after watching Scottie have 2 wees very close to each other, it was a job I felt I needed to do.
Everything You Need To Know About Horse Grooming *Partnered*
What bare essentials do you need in your grooming kit? Do you know why you need to groom your horse and how to do it effectively? Today Sherie from Equi-Spa answers these questions and more!
Seeing Lameness Everywhere
Since Scottie first went lame in October, I feel like I have been very hot… okay borderline obsessive about his soundness. Now I have never had a fantastic eye for… Read More »Seeing Lameness Everywhere
Should you trim horses whiskers?
In the UK, trimming a horses whiskers is standard practice. But with countries banning it, should we be trimming our horses whiskers?
How often should you clean your tack?
Do you know why you need to clean your tack? Or how often you should be doing it? Well this post will give you the answer!
HELP! My horse has really runny poo, what do I do?
I regularly come across posts on social media where horses have really runny poo, leaving a horrible mess around their bum and they are looking for suggestions on how to… Read More »HELP! My horse has really runny poo, what do I do?
Racing Back on but Risk Still High
Today came the announcement that Horse Racing will resume tomorrow after just 0.5% of horses tested had the virus. I believe the British Horse Racing Authority made the right decision… Read More »Racing Back on but Risk Still High
Equine flu outbreak in vaccinated horses
With an outbreak of equine flu in vaccinated horses, are you doing everything you can to keep your horse safe?
Half Pads ~ Does your horse really need one?
Half pads have become incredibly popular recently. But when should you use them? And why does Scottie have one?
