PARASITES – A STUD FARM’S PERSPECTIVE
Text: Shelley Wolhuter, Fircroft Stud In 2017, one of our fillies colicked. The colic was severe, and our local vet […]
Health
ASKPONY: WHEN TO CALL THE DENTIST
Q: What are the signs I need to call a dentist for my pony? A: Ideally, your pony’s teeth should
INSULIN RESISTANCE
Insulin resistance is, unfortunately, a very common problem in our horses and ponies but is often not spotted by owners
TOO HOT TO HANDLE
With the hot weather here this summer, preventing our beloved ponies from overheating becomes a genuine concern, especially when we
BUSTING THE ‘NAUGHTY PONY’ MYTH
There is no such thing as a naughty pony! Here we explain why… The brain To begin, let’s look at
OUR TOP 10 TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR PONY SOUND
Plan regular visits from your farrier As the saying goes, ‘no foot, no horse’ and your farrier is the best
RAIN SCALD
What is rain scald? Rain scald is a skin condition caused by bacteria called dermatophilus congolensis. These are the same bacteria
ASKPONY: KEEPING MY SENIOR STRONG
Q: My pony is 18, and I want her to live as long as possible. What can I do now
ASKPONY: WATER IN THE PADDOCK
Q: Does my pony need water in the paddock? A: Yes! All horses and ponies need water in the paddock,
10 TIPS FOR PREVENTING COLIC IN YOUR PONY
1. Have a daily routine and stick to it. Your pony will be calmer and happier if they know what