How do I find out what plants are poisonous to livestock or horses?
General information for livestock The University of Illinois Veterinary Medicine Library has a good database of plants toxic to animals...
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How do I know if my horse’s gear fits properly?
The correct selection and fitting of gear is very important if you want your horse to be relaxed and to... -
What is a restrictive noseband and how does it harm horses?
Restrictive or ‘crank’ nosebands, which are increasingly being used in the equestrian disciplines of dressage, show jumping and eventing, are designed to... -
Do I need to provide shade and shelter for my horse?
A domestic horse needs access to shade and shelter. A free living (wild or feral horse) can seek these out... -
Do I need to rug my horse?
For domestic horses the answer is yes, no, and maybe! While it is true that wild and free-living horses survive... -
Does my horse need a companion?
Horses naturally live in herds and a normal horse is never alone by choice. These facts drive the behaviour of... -
How much should I exercise my horse?
Horses require lots of daily exercise because they are essentially grazing athletes. When you own a horse you need to... -
Why do I need to groom my horse?
Grooming should be undertaken as part of your routine horse care. Basic grooming involves brushing the whole of the body... -
How much water does my horse need?
All horses must have access to clean drinking water 24 hours a day. Horses should always be provided with more... -
What are the key things I should understand about horse behaviour?
Understanding at least basic horse behaviour is a very important part of responsible horse ownership. A good understanding of horse... -
What should I feed my horse?
Horses have evolved to eat a very high fibre diet so this should be the main component of any feeding... -
How can I take care of my horse with Queensland Itch?
You should suspect that your horse has ‘Queensland Itch’ if it develops a reoccurring, itchy skin condition every summer and... -
Can I feed my horse on lawn mower clippings and other garden waste?
NO! Feeding horses on lawn mower clippings can be very dangerous for several reasons. When lawn mower clippings are fresh... -
When is the right time to buy a horse/pony for my child?
The simple answer is as late as possible, when you are absolutely certain of the commitment of your child (and... -
How often should my horse see the farrier?
All domestic horses need good, regular hoof care. Hooves that are allowed to grow long are not just unsightly –... -
How do parasites affect my horse?
The main parasites that horses can be afflicted by are ticks, lice, worms and bots. The three main ticks that... -
Should I breed from my horse?
The first question you should seriously ask yourself is why do you want to breed a foal? Horse breeding should... -
Who do I contact to report an animal welfare issue with domesticated horses?
RSPCA Inspectors employed by RSPCA ACT, RSPCA New South Wales, RSPCA Victoria, RSPCA South Australia, RSPCA Tasmania, RSPCA Queensland and... -
How would a national identification registry help improve horse welfare?
Currently, horse owners are not required to identify or register their horses and there is no national database to record... -
How can I minimise the impact of bushfire smoke on my animals?
Bushfires can lead to persistent smoke and related air pollution and this can cause serious negative effects and health problems...