Hoof abscesses seem to come on suddenly, although that’s not really the case. You are out riding and without warning your horse is lame. While there could be a number of reasons, a hoof abscess is a strong possibility. An abscess is described as a tender area surrounded by pink to red tissue. The center […]
Botulism is a bacterial toxin that can be fatal to horses. It is potent and can cause rapid illness and death if not diagnosed soon. While there are several types, Type B is the most common found in horses. It is caused by a bacteria that lives in soil, the Clostridium botulinum. Horses who ingest […]
Bugs Bunny, a Warner Bros. character, has made carrots a popular food for rabbits. But rabbits should not live on carrots alone nor too many of them. They need a variety of fruits and veggies for good health. The mainstay of a rabbit’s diet is hay or grasses with the addition of a small amount […]
