In this week’s blog, we will look at PSSM (Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy) in horses, other names given to this syndrome include exertional rhabdomyolysis (ER),or tying-up. PSSM is classified as a metabolic disease that results in the accumulation of high muscle glycogen and abnormal polysaccharide in skeletal muscles. We will discuss some of the specific causes […]
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What is mud fever? ‘Mud Fever’, also known as pastern dermatitis, is a skin condition that causes irritation, soreness, and scabs with moist lesions underneath. Mud Fever is usually found on the back of the horse’s heels and the fetlocks, but it can extend up the back of the legs. Infections can develop underneath the […]
Electrolytes for horses are particularly important as they are required by many functions of the body, including nerve, muscle, and digestive function. Electrolyte supplements commonly consist of the 5 major electrolytes which are sodium (Na +), potassium (K +), chloride (Cl−), calcium (Ca2+), and magnesium (Mg2+). It is important that electrolytes are balanced with the […]
Could your horse be our New Equine Star? Enter to WIN! We are on the search for a Synovium Equine Star and it could be YOUR horse! Open to new and existing customers. Does your horse need a little extra support to help achieve your goals this season? Maybe your horse is lacking in […]
Synovium Horse Health is delighted to be exhibiting at the prestigious show, HOYS this year. Wednesday 6th October – Sunday 10th October 2021 at the NEC Birmingham. Tickets are now available to purchase. Visit us on stand D23 near the International arena walkway. We are offering 10% off the full range of our veterinary horse […]
It is so great to see our team riders back out competiting again after the last 3 months of lockdown. What a start for Synovium rider, Chloe Vell, who achieved a personal best in the Grand Prix at their very first show back with her horse Teddy. Their next stop is the big Premier League […]
Did you know that the most common cause of equine respiratory, COPD in horses is an allergic reaction or hypersensitivity to the dust spores from hay and straw. Horses have delicate lungs and are very sensitive to dusts, pollens, and mold spores; exposure to these irritants over time can cause damage to the respiratory system. COPD […]
How horse supplements can benefit your horse Good nutrition is the basis of a balanced diet and is one that supplies all the essential nutrients that a horse needs daily but its complexity means it is frequently misunderstood. Vitamins and minerals are two of the essential nutrients needed by horses, an imbalance of these nutrients […]
Arthritis is one of the most common ailments to affect horses, especially in later life. What is arthritis? Arthritis in horses refers to a degeneration of the articular surfaces of the joint, caused by inflammation, which causes pain, stiffness and sometimes restriction of movement. It is caused by repetitive wear and tear of the protective […]
Are you giving your horse a break during these uncertain times? With all equestrian events cancelled for the time being, horses are being turned out to the field or their workload has been reduced. Whilst it is much easier to look at the negatives surrounding us now, Synovium vets want to help you look at […]
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