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Preparing for your equine vet's visit is important for ensuring a smooth and productive assessment of your horse's health. Here's some tips on how to prepare.
Summer can bring its own set of challenges for horses, especially when it comes to dealing with hard ground conditions. Here is a video with some tips to help mitigate problems caused by hard ground during the summer.
Top tips on managing your horse’s weight
Managing your horse's weight is crucial for their overall health and wellbeing.
This video gives you some top tips to help you effectively manage your horse's weight.
How to treat lameness in horses.
Fortunately, several treatment options are available to help alleviate lameness and restore soundness to the affected horse.
Here is a video of some common approaches.
Please speak to your vet who will be able to advise the best treatment for your horse.
Detecting lameness in horses requires careful observation and evaluation of their gait and behaviour.
If you suspect your horse may be lame, consult your vet. They can perform a thorough examination, including flexion tests, nerve blocks, or imaging techniques like X-rays or ultrasound, to identify the source of lameness and recommend appropriate treatment or management options.
Here is a video with some signs to look for
We are very aware the firework season is drawing ever closer and it is a terribly anxious time for some horse owners. We have a video attached for early firework preparation for your horse with advice regarding ensuring safety and comfort.
Fireworks are an integral part of various celebrations and events, but their loud noises and bright flashes can cause stress and anxiety in horses. It is crucial to take proactive measures to ensure the wellbeing of your horse during firework displays. Early preparation and training can significantly reduce the negative impact of fireworks on horses and create a more comfortable environment for them.
Please contact Bearl Equine Clinic 01661 842542 if you have any concerns regarding keeping your horse safe during firework season.
Ageing gracefully: Top tips on caring for your senior horse
Caring for a senior horse requires special attention and understanding, as they may have special requirements to maintain their health and wellbeing. Here are some top tips to ensure your senior horse enjoys a comfortable and happy life.
We would love to see your senior horses who are aging gracefully or disgracefully!! Please drop us a comment a photo 😁
Many of you are aware of Equine Cushing’s Disease. It is a hormonal disorder and occurs when the pituitary gland malfunctions, leading to an overproduction of certain hormones. This can result in a range of symptoms, including a long and curly coat, excessive sweating, increased thirst and urination, weight loss, and a compromised immune system.
For clients who are already managing horses diagnosed with Equine Cushing's Disease this is the time to remain vigilant 👊, as you are more than aware it is essential to pay extra attention to horses with Cushing’s Disease during the autumnal seasonal changes.
If you have concerns that your horse may have crushing's symptoms or you have any questions regarding Cushing's testing then please call the clinic 01661 842542
Here are a few tips to help manage their condition during this season.
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Where did summer go?? did anyone see it?? 🙃
We cant believe it but Autumn will soon be knocking at our stable doors, get ready for breath-taking shades of gold and orange, crisp leaves and bobble hats (my favourite!!).
It's time for horse owners to get ready to relish in the beauty and charm this season brings! But Is your horse autumn ready? - It is important to ensure that your horse is prepared for the seasonal changes ahead. Please watch the video below to get prepared.
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Bearl Equine Clinic top tips 🤓 On how to deal with a suspected equine disease outbreak😷🤒
Lameness issues 😭…… Words that make every horse owner wince. With the ground becoming increasingly hard the worry of lameness is even more prevalent in our minds.
Please watch the video below full of helpful tips to try and keep your horse sound.
As always if you have any concerns, call the clinic on 01661 842542
