Wounds Articles
How to heal a horse's split or cracked lips »
16 January, 2012
The debate about what to do if blood is seen around a horse’s mouth during international competition is set to rumble on into 2012. But what can we do if an oral wound does occur?
Understanding broken knees »
4 October, 2005
Damage to the knees most commonly occurs when a horse stumbles on the road and while it's rare for bones to be broken, the damage can still be serious
Keeping scars to a minimum »
24 May, 2005
Following an injury unsightly scar tissue is formed as part of the healing process, but can this be scarring be prevented or limited, asks Horse & Hound
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The problems with scars »
17 May, 2005
Scars are unsightly and can cause problems for the horse beyond those of simple cosmetic considerations, as Horse & Hound explains
Dealing with proud flesh »
23 December, 2004
If the natural healing process is upset, wounds can develop unsightly lumps of “proud flesh”, which can prove difficult to treat, as Horse & Hound explains
Wounds: what to do »
4 November, 2004
H&H gives some practical advice on dealing with common wounds in horses, and explains up-to-date methods of treating them
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Coping with a bleeding wound »
30 March, 2004
Top tips from HORSE magazine on what to do when faced with a wound which is bleeding profusely and at what stage to call the vet
Coping with puncture wounds »
16 September, 2003
Never trivialise puncture wounds, says HORSE magazine, because the most innocuous-looking injury can mask a more serious underlying problem
Dealing with kick injuries »
28 May, 2003
Expert advice from HORSE magazine on identifying and dealing with kick injuries
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All about kick injuries »
12 June, 2002
Expert advice from HORSE magazine on avoiding and treating kick injuries
Treating leg wounds »
29 August, 2001
Wounds near a joint must be treated seriously as the joint capsule could be damaged
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Dealing with wounds out hunting »
1 November, 2000
How to cope if your horse goes lame or gets injured out hunting
Dealing with leg wounds »
27 October, 2000
Leg wounds are an occupational hazard for working horses. However, if managed correctly, they stand a good chance of healing cleanly
Case study: stabbed! »
27 October, 2000
While competing in mounted games, Tizzy slipped and fell onto the post.
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Danger! Small wound »
27 October, 2000
What looks like a little cut can be a serious problem, so act quickly
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