First-Aid

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Equine amniotic membrane for wound healing
New research from Brazil finds that amnion dressings can be useful in supporting wound healing in horses,...
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Fish-Skin Dressing Shows Promise for Treating Equine Wounds
In a preliminary study from Egypt, horse wounds treated with a dressing made from the Nile tilapia fish...
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How bad is it?  6 factors to consider when evaluating your horse's wound
The more complicated and severe a horse's wound, the more likely you need to call in your veterinarian.
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5 Things to do if your horse has a laceration
As you wait for the veterinarian to arrive, take the following steps to staunch bleeding and keep your...
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Don't do these 3 things if your horse has a laceration
If you horse is injured, make sure you don't make the situation worse.
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Bubble-Wrap or Cotton Wool? When That ‘Special’ Horse Gets Hurt—Again
How to fix the equine that’s always getting into fixes? Here are some suggestions. There’s one in every...
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Beware biofilm formation on horse wounds
Groups of microorganisms that stick to each other to form colonies in a slimy layer covering living or...
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Step by Step Chart: The Robert Jones Bandage
Used to immobilize the most serious of lower-limb injuries, this cast can mean the difference between...
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EQUUS Chart: Bruises, Strains and Sprains
These injuries may look very much alike, but they are distinctly different. This chart will help you...
Surviving the Summer with Your Horse
Important tips to help you and horse make it safely through summer.
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Essential First Aid Kit
The Essential First Aid Kit--must-have items to keep handy at the barn. By Jayne Pedigo for EquiSearch.com.
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What's in a Sting?
What happens when you or your horse is stung by a bee or wasp? The effect can range from minor discomfort...
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Caring for the Cast Horse
Your horse is down in his stall and he can't get up? Here's what to do with a cast horse, and how to...
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Horse Mannequin Will Train Rescuers
What happens when a horse is in a life-threatening situation and must be rescued? Does anyone know what...