It’s springtime and the horses have been grazing in the lush pastures, but they seem to be salivating excessively. Could this be a case of clover slobbers, and what does this actually mean for my horse?
As equestrians, many of us daydream of having the perfect farm setup. The romantic notion of lush green spaces lined with white fences as far as the eye can see for our special companions to spend their downtime munching peacefully in the rays of the morning sun is hard not to fall in love with. However, the picturesque daydream of lush green pastures is not always the best choice for our horses or farm activities.
Your mare has gone into labour and it is finally time to meet your new born foal! Having waited over 11 months for this amazing opportunity and with a young life in the balance the stakes couldn’t be higher. The first three hours of your foal’s life will include some of their biggest milestones including their first breath, first time standing, and first time feeding.
Microchipping has been used in the pet and equine industry for over 30 years, and is a safe, simple and inexpensive method to track and trace an animal. But what is a Microchip? How do they work? What are the benefits?