Sunday 28 March 2010

Horses Should Have Regular Checkups

The owners ought to bring the animal to the vet every 6 months. If something out of the ordinary appears, it would be a nice suggestion to call the doctor immediately before it is late.

 of the most common issues horses usually face in the work of the warm months is dehydration. This is because the animal doesn't only lack water but is also losing electrolytes.

When this happens, there will be some tightness of the skin. If no action is taken, the horse could collapse & even die.

This can be prevented by ensuring there is always tidy & drinkable water in the stable. Electrolytes may even be administered orally if necessary.

Most veterinarians visit the stable in lieu of the owner bringing the animal to the clinic. This is because it is hard to move the animal & also the specialist has to examine the diet & the environment to make definite it is in nice health.

Horses need proper cushioning when sleeping at night. The veterinarian ought to check the hay to be definite it is thick to resist the weight of the animal. This will prevent any injuries in the body or in the lower parts of the body.

The most important thing is the food being given to the horse. The owner must follow the recommendation given by the vet to only give products that are high in fiber. This usually comes in the type of supplements that are also rich in vitamins & minerals.

Mosquitoes & other pests may also cause harm to the animal. Doctors call this the "sweet itch" & this can be prevented by grazing in another location & regularly fumigating the stable. The owner can also bathe the horse using a chemical solution.

Another thing that the vet will recommend is to give the horse proper exercise & rest. Aside from riding on the animal, it ought to even be allowed to roam freely giving it time to relax & recover.

The horse is a magnificent animal. The owner must work hand in hand with the vet so that issues can be avoided. This can only happen when regular health checkups are scheduled every 6 months.

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