HORSE CARE GUIDES

Abscesses Abscesses can be as a result of bacteria entering the hoof capsules defenses. This can be caused by a bruised sole, compromised white line, poor frog health, puncture etc and more prevalent in winter as the hooves become softer and easier for bacteria to get trapped and enter. The first thing you probably notice is that your horse is lame. How, why, where?? Sometimes its obvious and erupts quickly. Complicated abscesses take time to find a way out and could take mo