About this episode

Dr. Nicole Rambo and Sarah discuss summer horse health challenges and management strategies.

Dr. Nicole Rambo and Sarah explore common summer horse health challenges and practical management strategies. They discuss effective fly control, skin conditions such as sweet itch and hives, and the value of cleanliness, physical barriers and omega fatty acids. They also share tips for protecting hoof health, reducing respiratory irritation from heat, pollen, dust and smoke, and managing seasonal inflammation. Finally, they explain how to recognize and prevent dehydration using water intake, manure, skin and gum checks, salt and electrolytes. You can learn more about these topics by visiting our expertise page HERE If you have any questions or concerns about your own horse, please contact us HERE This podcast was brought to you by Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition

People in this episode

Host: Sarah

Guest: Dr. Nicole Rambo

Topics covered

• horse health
• fly control
• skin conditions
• hoof health
• dehydration
• seasonal inflammation

Keywords

• summer horse health
• fly control
• sweet itch
• hives
• hoof health
• dehydration
• omega fatty acids

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Tribute Superior Equine Nutrition

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