bacteria

Depending on where you live, the rain has been relentless lately. Your horse may be at risk for rain rot, which is a bacterial skin disease that causes crusty scabs. The treatment can get expensive with store-bought products. Luckily, there are a few home remedies you can try first! Treating Rain Rot First, try to...

Rain and mud can really wreck havoc on your farm! No one wants their horse standing in those nasty conditions all day long. It puts them at risk for mud fever! This skin condition makes your horse’s pastern and heel area inflamed and scabby. How Can You Prevent Mud Fever Good field management can go...

Wet, humid conditions are the perfect environment for rain rot. This skin infection leaves painful scabs along the back, hindquarters, and legs. While it may start off mild, over time this contagious bacteria can spread and cause a considerable amount of hair loss. The good news? You might be able to treat this condition with...

The fields are muddy and it’s been raining non-stop! You better keep a outlook for bacteria. Scratches, a common skin condition seen in horses, is quick to attack when the weather is muddy, rainy, windy, and cold. The natural oils of the skin are stripped from the harsh conditions. Find out how you can fight...

Most horse owners are somewhat familiar with Mane Tail and Groom (M-T-G). It’s a product that is either loved instantly or found to be less than favorable. The reality, is that bacterial and fungus related skin conditions are no fun to deal with. On your search for a solution, you’ll probably want to give this...

PC: CAFNR An unsound, hobbling horse can often be the result of a nasty hoof abscess. If bacteria has the chance to enter the hoof through a puncture wound or some kind of trauma, pus can begin to form and make your horse very uncomfortable. In most cases, hoof abscess are easy to treat, but...