Just like other domestic animals, horses tend to live longer now, and it's not uncommon for them to remain active in their 20's. Still, like any other species, senior animals benefit from specific care. 🐎
Check out our reels for some valuable tips on senior horse care. We'd love to hear your suggestions too! Tell us in the comments below. 👇
🤔 How do horses’ whiskers work? 🤔
Horses have some special hairs on their nose, in their ears and lovely long eyelashes on their eyelids. They are known as 'vibrissae'. But why do they have these hairs? Take a look at our video that explains what they are for.
At Kingston Equine Vets, we offer everything your horse might need, from regular preventative treatments, including vaccinations and parasite prevention, to complex surgical procedures.
Routine castrations and minor operations, such as sarcoid removal, can be performed at your yard by our experienced team of vets. Still, more complex procedures will require the use of our surgical facilities, with the procedure being, intensively monitored using ECG and blood pressure monitoring. 👉 Watch our video to find out more about our surgical services.
Watch our video and keep an eye out for signs of mud fever on your horses during the months of autumn and winter. ❄️
Preventing is always better than curing, and the best way to prevent mud fever is to cover muddy areas with straw or sand, keep your horses’ legs as dry and clean as possible, and check their legs daily. 🐎
If you spot any worrying signs, get in touch with us right away, as the sooner your horse is diagnosed, the easier it will be to resolve this issue and avoid any complications!
Vaccination will not only protect your horse individually from Influenza but also all horses they might come in contact with, as it will be a way to stop the virus from spreading 🛑
Many organisations require horses to be vaccinated for Influenza on a 6-month basis. If you are actively competing or travelling to venues, please check with the regulations for both the venue and any affiliating body.
Watch our video for our top tips on caring for older horses. 🐎
Older horses are more likely to develop various health problems, such as dental issues, arthritis, skin tumours, and more.
Regular health checks are even more important as your horse ages! Get in touch if your horse is due a check-up 📞 01747 822799
Do you have an older horse? Introduce them in the comments below! 📷
