If you’ve ever wondered how do horses sleep? The answer is: lying down AND standing up. But -there’s a bit more to it! Stay with us and we’ll fill you in with useful info—and tips how to help your horse get good, quality rest. Horses and humans are very different in the way they sleep—and how much they need. So … Read More
Strangles? What is It? Can it kill my horse? How do I protect them?
Just the very thought of your horse struggling to breathe because of Strangles is frightening. But that’s not the only sign of this highly contagious illness. Here’s the scoop. What you need to know about strangles in horses How to spot Strangles How to treat Strangles How to reduce and/or Stop the spread of it in your barn. What is … Read More
Do You Know What’s In Your Horse’s Water?
Did you think that only humans should be concerned with the quality of their drinking water? If you answered yes to that question, you may want to reconsider. Not only is good quality water important to humans, it is both the number one nutrient fed to any animal, as well as the most often overlooked nutrient in the nutritional program … Read More
Wolf Teeth in Horses
If you take a quick peek into your horse’s mouth, you’ll immediately be struck by just how different their teeth are from our own. All the typical types of teeth including incisors, premolars, and molars are there. However, just in front of the premolars you may notice there are stubbly, blunt teeth that don’t seem to have too much reason … Read More
How Many Legs Do Horses Have?
Horses have four legs. Now, if you want to read a funny joke and learn about simple steps you can take to protect your horse from lameness, keep reading. So, how many legs do horses have? Infinity. “How?” you may ask. Horses have an even number of legs. Behind they have two legs and in front they have forelegs. This … Read More
Einstein Horse – The Smallest Horse In The World!
When we hear the name Einstein, a distinct image pops into our head: frizzy white hair, the equation E = mc², and maybe a tongue out, too. But, in the equine world, the name Einstein carries a much different connotation. A much…smaller one! Who is Einstein the Miniature Horse? Einstein is the world’s smallest stallion. Born on April 22, 2010, … Read More
Equine Cushing’s Disease…It’s not what it used to be. We have answers for you!
What’s going on with my Horse?…Could my Horse have Cushing’s Disease? Is your horse looking a bit like a hairy Mammoth? He might be showing signs of Cushing’s disease. Here’s what you need to know to protect him. In any group of older horses, there’s bound to be at least one with a year-round shaggy winter coat. That’s one of … Read More
Test Your Equine Fly Control IQ? Knowledge is Power!
Shoo, Fly! Your fly questions, answered. Where there are horses, there will be flies. It’s just a part of life. But flies don’t have to overwhelm your barn and endlessly torment your horse. There are ways to manage these harassing, annoying pests. But before you break out the fly swatter brigade, let’s find out more about these annoying bugs. Knowledge is … Read More
How To Get Rid of and Treat Thrush in Horses
How To Treat horse hoof thrush Infections With BanixxWhat is Thrush and how do I treat it?A nasty, rotten odor that is found when picking a horse’s hoof is a probable sign of a fungal infection called thrush. Thrush in horses hooves erodes the tissues of the frog, leaving a blackish ooze on the surface. Although the smell is quite … Read More
Successfully Managing Your Horse’s Kissing Spine Syndrome
Kissing spine syndrome is a back disorder in horses that causes pain, stiffness and soreness. It’s often complex to diagnose and a challenge to treat because it affects horses in different ways. Courtney Cooper, a five-star eventer and breeder who is proudly sponsored by Banixx, describes her mare’s “very, very bad kissing spines” in a recent YouTube interview: “I have … Read More