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Category: Parasites & Pests

Horse Insect Defense Supplements

February 27, 2023 Alicia Anthony Monthly Editorial, Parasites & Pests

courtesy of SmartPak Insect defense supplements are daily, feed-through formulas that help deter pesky insects. These formulas commonly include garlic, apple cider vinegar, and brewer’s yeast to deter biting insects. Why Are Insect Defense Supplements

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Prevalent Parasites: Common Types of Equine Internal Parasites

February 27, 2023 Alicia Anthony Health, Monthly Editorial, Parasites & Pests

courtesy of PennState Extension There are many species of internal parasites that affect horses. Knowing common types of internal parasites and the symptoms caused by infestation is important when creating a deworming plan and strategy

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Diarrhea and Fecal Water Syndrome in Horses

October 27, 2022 Alicia Anthony Health, Parasites & Pests

courtesy of SmartPak Frequent, loose stool in horses can range from mild, chronic diarrhea that is a nuisance but does not affect the horse’s overall health to severe, acute diarrhea that is a medical emergency.

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Do I Need a Deworming Schedule for My Horse?

September 29, 2022 Alicia Anthony Health, Parasites & Pests

by Samantha Johnson Scheduling is almost synonymous with horse care. We have daily feeding schedules, annual vaccination schedules, and regular farrier schedules. But there is one area of horse care scheduling that has experienced changes in

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Top 3 Methods of Fly Control: Prevention, Reduction and Management

July 26, 2022 Alicia Anthony Parasites & Pests

by Cynthia McFarland, courtesy of Farnam’s Stable Talk There are thousands of species of flies in the United States. While only a select number of these species are common nuisances, the disruptions they cause to

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West Nile Virus in Horses

July 26, 2022 Alicia Anthony Health, Parasites & Pests

courtesy of Kansas State University West Nile virus (WNV) was first recognized in the United States in New York in 1999. WNV is considered an endemic (permanent) disease of the United States. West Nile virus

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Mosquitoes Undeterred by Drought – 4 Tips to Protect Your Horse

June 30, 2022 Alicia Anthony Health, Parasites & Pests

An entomologist and veterinarian discuss the unremitting mosquito provided by Valley Vet Supply While much of the Western half of the United States endures near historic drought levels, one might anticipate this year’s mosquito season

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Natural Fly Control: Unleashing the Power of Botanicals & Essential Oils for Horses

May 29, 2022 Alicia Anthony Health, Parasites & Pests

courtesy of Farnam’s Stable Talk Today’s horse owners encounter a vast array of choices when shopping for fly spray. With so much emphasis on “green” in our world, it’s not surprising to find “natural” fly

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Give Your Horse Freedom from Flies This Season with Equiwinner

May 2, 2022 Alicia Anthony Parasites & Pests

provided by Equiwinner™ The benefits never stop when electrolytes work properly Did you know? Electrolytes are involved in every physiological process in the horse’s body. They conduct electricity and manage all bodily fluids, among other

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Do Not Toss Yard Waste Over the Horse Fence

May 2, 2022 Alicia Anthony Health, Parasites & Pests

courtesy of Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences Yard waste “trimmings” can be toxic to livestock. The weather is warming up and it is the time of year when people prefer yard work to house

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