MONITORING MANURE
Whilst it’s not the most pleasant topic, understanding more about your pony’s manure can help you know how he is […]
Health
ASKPONY: WATER TREADMILL
Q: How do water treadmills help ponies? A: We’re lucky to have water treadmills for ponies in South Africa. These
TENDONS AND LIGAMENTS
Tendons and ligaments are essential structures in your pony’s body. They work together with muscle and fascia to create movement
GROWTH RINGS
Growth rings can appear for lots of reasons and are often misinterpreted by owners as being signs of laminitis. More
STRETCH IT OUT
Stretching is something we often forget to do with our ponies, but it really is a great way to end
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
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