Do you remember the last time your pet started having problems? I haven't always had an easy time figuring out what was going on with my animal, which is why I started thinking more seriously about taking the right steps to make sure things were going like they should be. I began focusing more seriously on my animal, and before I knew it, I was able to determine when he was and wasn't sick. When he was sick, I always took him in to my veterinarian for service, and I feel like that has saved his life a few times. Check out this blog for more information.
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Understanding Veterinary Care
3 Tips To Keep Your Horses Healthy
Cameron Torres
A healthy horse is a happy horse, and happy horses make for happy owners. There are few things more heart-breaking (or expensive!) than dealing with constant illness and health worries in one of your horses. It is much easier and better for your horses to promote their well-being and health in a preventative fashion actively. Here are a few effective ways to do just that:
Don't Overlook Mental Health
Just like with humans, a horse's mental health can have a large impact on their physical well-being, with stress, boredom, or even depression potentially weakening their immune system. Horses are social animals who are usually happiest living with other horses. If you only have one horse, consider boarding other horses with your horse in exchange for boarding rent. If that's not possible, befriend other horse owners and make arrangements to regularly allow your horses to graze, run in your pasture, or exercise together.
Another important aspect of your horse's mental wellbeing is stimulation. In addition to spending a lot of time with your horse, consider taking lessons together and perhaps buying a few horse toys to keep them entertained while alone in their stall.
Schedule Annual Vet Exams
Even if your horse seems perfectly healthy, it's never a good idea to skip an annual exam with your equine vet. Many health conditions develop gradually and will be too subtle for you to notice on your own right away. Your equine vet will make sure your horse is in good health, including their heart and joints. They will recommend treatment options if they catch anything concerning, and will also give your horse their annual vaccinations to prevent horse flu and other contagious viruses.
Don't Skimp on Feed
Paying a bit more for high-quality horse feed pays off in a healthier horse with a potentially longer lifespan. In general, you want to buy feed made from high-quality protein and starches with minimal by-products and additives. Since the ideal amount of food and composition varies depending on weight, breed, exercise needs, whether the horse will be breeding, and other factors, it is ideal to discuss any changes in their feed with your vet before you make the switch.
Taking care of your horses in these ways will promote health and wellbeing during their entire lifespan. Of course, unexpected illness can still strike despite your best efforts, which is why it's important to have a trusted equine veterinarian who knows your horses and is available when needed. For more information, contact a company like Alabama Performance Horse Services.
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