Our team, generally comprised of 12-17 students from Syracuse University as well as SUNY ESF, rides weekly with our coach Denise VanPatten

The cold, dry air in winter leads to a major cause of delayed healing, which is the dehydration of exposed tissue. A moist environment is important for cells to migrate across the wound and for white cells to do their work cleaning up the wound. Suturing wounds that warrant it, and keeping other wounds covered with a protective salve, will guard against dehydration.

The following excerpt was taken from the The American Heritage Magazine written by Caroline Jones, 45 years ago, October 1973 edition, Vol. 24, Issue 6.  Horse Bits Magazine recognizes Hunt Clubs have modified regulations over the years, however most of the traditions covered in this article remain unsullied today.

 

Horses are nearly four times more likely to contract rabies than dogs.^1-3 Across the U.S., the majority of horses are not vaccinated for rabies and often have a higher risk of exposure than dogs.⁴ 

While it’s likely Fido is vaccinated against this fatal disease, the question looms – is your horse protected?