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Applying a foot poultice
The most common reason for very severe lameness in horses is a solar abscess or "pus in the foot". This is most common after wet weather when the bottom of the foot becomes softer and more likely to b...
Bandaging
When your horse is injured a bandage may be needed to keep the wound clean, prevent movement and apply pressure so that the wound can heal more quickly. Large wounds and any wound over the knee, hock or fetlock should be checked by your vet. What do you need in your bandaging kit? It is a good ...
First aid for wounds
Skin wounds are extremely common in horses, particularly on the limbs or face. Many wounds only require simple first aid in order to treat them, though more serious ones will require veterinary attent...