An IM shot can be given in the pectoral region of a horse, so long as the injection goes into...

The pulse on a horse can be found by placing a few fingers gently on the face just behind the...

Deworming horses is done regularly, whether it be every eight weeks or once a year, but the...

Horses can get wounds, lacerations and scrapes while exploring the pastures, but calling the vet...

When a horse begins to choke, immediately call the vet, as choking can lead to asphyxiation...

It is not always necessary to call the vet if the horse's pulse and temperature is normal or if...

The signs of a colic horse is complete loss of appetite, constipation and thrashing behavior...

If a horse is exhibit colic symptoms, call a veterinarian immediately and keep the horse walking...

Preventing colic in horses requires supplying them with fresh water, allowing plenty of...

Checking gut sounds in a horse is a great way to help diagnose any problems, as healthy...

Check for gum color on a horse is a way to indicate disease, as red gums, pale gums...

To place a standing wrap on a horse's leg, first roll the cotton bandage tightly into itself...

Carrot stretches for horses refer to helping the horse stretch out the neck muscles by bribing...

A hip tuck stretch for a horse, also known as an abdominal lift, helps to strengthen the abdominal..

The tail pull stretch for a horse is done by slowly pulling from the very base of the tail near...

The girth for a properly-fitting saddle should be located a couple of fingers behind the...

A physical exam of a horse is best left to certified veterinarians, but taking note of the a...

Bot eggs are laid by bot flies along the chest and the inside of the lower limbs of a horse...

Stomach ulcers are quite common in horses, as 70 percent of horses are affected, and they can...

Wind puffs, also known as wind galls, are points of swelling due to fluid buildup that occur on...