The Equine Cushing’s Disease and Insulin Resistance website is complimentary to the Equine Cushing’s and Insulin Resistance Yahoo Group (EC and IR Group). These resources are your first stop for comprehensive and up-to-date information about Equine Cushing’s, Insulin Resistance, Laminitis, and Founder. Read the rest of this entry »
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Riding at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge on the banks of the Tennessee River
You don’t have to load up and trailer for hours to find great places to trail ride! Take advantage of the many opportunities to ride your horse right here in North Alabama. Read on for info about trail riding on local public and private lands, including downloadable maps, hunting season dates, and regulations about public land use.
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What are some of the specific hoof health issues for which Equicast is recommended? Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Equicast, founder, laminitis, navicular, quarter cracks
Equicast is a powerful tool for rehabilitating horses with damaged feet – increasing your horse’s comfort while improving his hoof form and function and helping him to heal.
Equicast is used to eliminate quarter cracks.
What is Equicast?
Equicast is an open-weave knit bandage soaked with plastic resin that hardens on contact with water, similar to the material used to create Fiberglas casts for broken bones. It is used with adhesives, padding, and reconstructive resins to create custom-molded therapeutic hoof boots that stay put, breathe, and don’t bruise or rub.
Tags: Equicast, founder, Hoof Boots, laminitis, navicular
Links to websites about treeless saddles – manufacturer and distributor websites, where you can purchase a saddle or arrange a demo, and find selection guides, information on fitting and sizing, and handy hints and tips – and a Yahoo forum that discusses the ins and outs of treeless saddles. Read the rest of this entry »