Hot summer in the stable - 5 most common mistakes in summer horse care

Summer months in the stable have something magical about them. More off-road riding, bathing in the sun, luscious pastures and longer days that tempt you to be active. But for horses, summer is also a time of special challenge. Hot weather, strong sunlight, insects, dust and intense physical work can take a toll on the animal's skin, immune and nervous systems.

Although most owners make every effort to ensure the comfort of their horses, mistakes are still repeated, which can lead to dehydration, burns, skin irritation and even a decline in the condition of the. In this post we present the 5 most common mistakes in summer horse care and show how they can be easily avoided by using natural Doctor Horse products.

Mistake No. 1: Lack of sun protection in light-skinned horses

One of the most common neglect is overlooking the need for sun protection. Horses with light coats and pink skin-for example, cremello, gray, albino breeds-are particularly vulnerable to UV radiation.

Symptoms of sunburn include:

• skin redness,
• peeling of the epidermis,
• cracks around the nostrils and eyes,
• irritability and avoidance of touch.

Solution? Parasun - natural UV protection cream from Doctor Horse. The lightweight formula, based on natural ingredients, creates a gentle protective layer that not only protects against the sun, but also soothes and moisturizes the skin.

Mistake #2: Washing your horse in full sunlight and without the right shampoo

Many owners bathe their horses right after training, often during the hottest hours of the day. If a horse goes out into the sun after bathing, and its skin has not been protected with the appropriate preparations, irritation and dryness can occur.

In addition, the use of ordinary shampoos can disturb the natural pH of the horse's skin and does not provide a refreshing effect for a longer period of time.

What's worth changing?

• bathe the horse in the morning or evening,
• Use gentle cleansers, such like shampoo, "It smells like a fly won't sit down." which cleans and at the same time masks the smell of the horse, reducing its attractiveness to insects.

Mistake No. 3: Ignoring irritation after insect bites

Summer months are a time of insect activity - flies, gizzards, midges. Horse, irritated by insects, may scratch, roll, rub against fences. This often leads to abrasions, bite marks and the formation of wounds.

The mistake is that owners respond only when changes are visible and advanced. In the meantime, early application of soothing preparations makes it possible to avoid the development of inflammation and restore comfort to the horse.

It's worth having on hand at all times:

• Ointment For Blisters - Soothing and regenerating the skin after insect bites,
• Slice - natural gel patch, which protects wounds and irritation.

Mistake #4: No scent protection - horse smells, insects fly

Horse sweat and tallow is a scent signal for insects. From the point of view of a mosquito or a gose - a horse is an open restaurant. Unfortunately, many owners do not use any fragrances or uses them too infrequently.

Solution?

Introduce odor-masking products that work gently and naturally into your daily care routine:

• Mist "Smells That The Fly Doesn't Sit" - for daily use,
• Cream "Smells that a fly does not sit in the cream" - for sensitive areas (ears, groin, tail).

Mistake No. 5: Lack of regularity in care

Sometimes the biggest problem comes not from a lack of products, but from a lack of regularity. Using UV spray once a week, bathing only when the horse is all muddy, or scent misting only "for going out in the field." - is a regimen that has no effect.

Summer horse grooming is a must:

• daily,
• tailored to the needs of a particular horse,
• based on natural and effective products.

At Doctor Horse, you will find everything you need to build a a complete ritual of summer care - no chemicals, no compromises, with care for horse nature.

Bottom line: care is a process, not an ad hoc response

Summer can be beautiful, but also challenging. A horse that is provided with daily protection, is bathed in the right conditions and surrounded by attention, will repay with calmness, healthy skin and readiness to work.

Take a look at doctor Horse store and complete your summer care kit:

• Parasun - natural UV protection,
• Shampoo i fragrance mist,
• Soothing ointment and Regenerative patch.

Summer horse grooming is not a luxury. This steady, affectionate "I care for you" - repeated every day.