Genuine Equine & Canine

Genuine Equine & Canine Equi-Health Canada Certified - Equine Emergency First Aid Instructor - Continuing Education

01/31/2024

From the fine folks American Association of Equine Practitioners

It’s not uncommon to find horses and ponies living well into their 20s and 30s, thanks to continuous advances in nutrition and health care.

Horse owners have a big impact as well and can help their horses thrive in their golden years through proper management practices like those illustrated in the graphic. But remember: although there is much you can on your own do to keep your older horse happy and spry, some conditions associated with aging require medical intervention.

Scheduling regular visits and keeping a good line of communication with your veterinarian will allow you to respond quickly to any ailments or injuries that could cause your horse a serious or prolonged set back. That means less worry for you, and a better quality of life for your old friend!

Good morning💛I figured I’d start my day by laying out a few of the courses I offer through Equine Health, and a few deta...
01/30/2024

Good morning💛

I figured I’d start my day by laying out a few of the courses I offer through Equine Health, and a few details.

01/25/2024

🐴✨ - The Value of Knowing Equine First Aid ✨🐴

On this , let's talk about the incredible transformation that comes with knowing equine first aid. 🚑💪

Being equipped with the knowledge and skills to handle emergencies can make a world of difference in the well-being and recovery of our beloved horses. Here's why knowing equine first aid is so valuable:

1️⃣ Quick Response: In emergencies, every second counts. Knowing equine first aid allows you to respond promptly, providing immediate care until veterinary help arrives. Your quick response can make a significant impact on the outcome.

2️⃣ Confidence and Preparedness: When you have the knowledge and skills to handle emergencies, you feel more confident and prepared. This confidence translates into a calmer and more effective response, ensuring the best possible care for your horse.

3️⃣ Minimizing Pain and Discomfort: Equine first aid helps you identify and address sources of pain and discomfort in your horse. By providing timely care, you can alleviate suffering and promote a faster recovery.

4️⃣ Preventing Further Complications: Equine first aid allows you to recognize early signs of potential issues and take appropriate action. By addressing problems promptly, you can prevent further complications and potentially save your horse from more severe consequences.

5️⃣ Strengthening the Bond: Knowing equine first aid deepens the bond between you and your horse. By being their caregiver in times of need, you build trust and strengthen your relationship, creating an unbreakable connection.

Let's celebrate the transformative power of equine first aid and the incredible impact it can have on our horses' lives. 🌟🐎

Share your own stories of how equine first aid has made a difference in the comments below. Together, let's inspire and empower each other to be knowledgeable and prepared caretakers for our equine companions. 💙🚑

I would be so happy if guys posted pictures of your furry friends on your stories and tagged me in them.  Or simply shar...
01/24/2024

I would be so happy if guys posted pictures of your furry friends on your stories and tagged me in them. Or simply share in the comments! Happy Wonderful Wednesday🤍

Did you know that first aid can be more than what comes out of your typical pharmaceutical store.The first aid field or ...
01/23/2024

Did you know that first aid can be more than what comes out of your typical pharmaceutical store.

The first aid field or general health field has been modernized to rely heavily on what has to be bought from stores and pharmacies. And people are becoming less aware that there are countless remedies for endless conditions simply sitting in our backyards. In gardens, fields or pastures. Inexpensive natural remedies.

Sometimes in an urgent scenario we don’t have access to first aid kits, nor are we always close enough to town to make a hasty return. Therefore, the need to know what can be made of use around you arises.
As an individual who grew up in an extremely rural area this is something I have grown up passionate about. Hence why I am most looking forward to teach people the unit “Natures Medicine” in Equine First Aid courses. And I strive to be receptive to what many people may also be able to teach me from experiences.

I intend to take more and more classes on holistic healing and natures medicine not only for those coming into my classes but for myself and for my wonderful furry friends.

Who else has been made a liar by saying my horse/dog/cat are comfortable with me doing absolutely anything around them. ...
11/24/2023

Who else has been made a liar by saying my horse/dog/cat are comfortable with me doing absolutely anything around them. Or, my angel would never hurt a fly.
I have.
Well, in reality when your pet is in pain sometimes, (not always) it does not matter who you are to them. In those moments they are scared and they are hurting. That is all they have on their minds. And then your coming out, or vets are trying to poke them with needles and wrap them with scary things they’ve never seen before. These moments are highly stressful without the people touching them and applying things directly to there injuries.
This is where I want to mention the importance of bonding, I mean quality bonding with your animals. What ever animal it is you have, horse, dog, cat, cow, donkey, pig. Etc. If you take it to the vet, you are responsible to prepare your animals for these experiences. This can look like hours of grooming, massaging, talking to or just existing with your animals. In all kinds of environments. If you truly have a relationship and can read your pets body language there may be a strong relationship of trust built. And in emergency situations it is dire that your pet sees you as a friend and this can truly be the difference between life and death for them.
I also want to emphasize the importance of conditioning, if you can not touch your pets everywhere, literally everywhere, then you may have some homework. Spend time grooming and holding there mouth open, touching their teeth, tongue, eyes, ears etc, while making it a slow and comfortable experience for them. Lots or praise and treats come in handy. And it is also your responsibility to make them comfortable with being medically taken care of, practice wrapping various limbs with gauze and vet wrap. If you can’t get it on a heathy animal, then it is going to be an even more traumatic experience for them after an injury.
On the plus side they look super funny after they get all wrapped up for fake First Aid scenarios😂
Ps. Iris has not gotten injured recently, she is just my trusty adorable assistant. And the Cremello mare Sapphire is making a good recovery still.

Who else has been made a liar by saying my horse/dog/cat are comfortable with me doing absolutely anything around them. ...
11/24/2023

Who else has been made a liar by saying my horse/dog/cat are comfortable with me doing absolutely anything around them. Or, my angel would never hurt a fly.

I have.

Well, in reality when your pet is in pain sometimes, (not always) it does not matter who you are to them. In those moments they are scared and they are hurting. That is all they have on their minds. And then your coming out, or vets are trying to poke them with needles and wrap them with scary things they’ve never seen before. These moments are highly stressful without the people touching them and applying things directly to there injuries.

This is where I want to mention the importance of bonding, I mean quality bonding with your animals. What ever animal it is you have, horse, dog, cat, cow, donkey, pig. Etc. If you take it to the vet, you are responsible to prepare your animals for these experiences. This can look like hours of grooming, massaging, talking to or just existing with your animals. In all kinds of environments. If you truly have a relationship and can read your pets body language there may be a strong relationship of trust built. And in emergency situations it is dire that your pet sees you as a friend and this can truly be the difference between life and death for them.

I also want to emphasize the importance of conditioning, if you can not touch your pets everywhere, literally everywhere, then you may have some homework. Spend time grooming and holding there mouth open, touching their teeth, tongue, eyes, ears etc, while making it a slow and comfortable experience for them. Lots or praise and treats come in handy. And it is also your responsibility to make them comfortable with being medically taken care of, practice wrapping various limbs with gauze and vet wrap. If you can’t get it on a heathy animal, then it is going to be an even more traumatic experience for them after an injury.
On the plus side they look super funny after they get all wrapped up for fake First Aid scenarios😂

Ps. Iris has not gotten injured recently, she is just my trusty adorable assistant. And the Cremello mare Sapphire is making a good recovery still.

Shoutout to Bobbi Zingle and Bill Zingle for help all along the way.

Can we just talk about the absolutely impeccable timing of horses injuries for a second? I pulled my sweet mare out on T...
10/14/2023

Can we just talk about the absolutely impeccable timing of horses injuries for a second?

I pulled my sweet mare out on Thanksgiving to find her back leg sliced open just below the hock.

Even though it happened to be on Thanksgiving I have a lot to be thankful for. I’m thankful my mare is okay, I’m thankful she’s so pleasant to handle even in pain, and I’m so very thankful that I am certified in teaching Equine First Aid, as if I would have found this a couple months ago I likely would have gone straight to panicking, in turn ruining the rest of Thanksgiving day. Or week.

And long story short, this is exactly the reason why I am so excited to teach fellow Horse lovers how to handle situations exactly like this and to make executive decisions regarding their horses care with confidence!

Happy belated Thanksgiving to everyone!

Ps Little Miss Sapphire is doing good and
making good recovery.

Can we just talk about the absolutely impeccable timing of horses injuries for a second? I pulled my sweet mare out on T...
10/14/2023

Can we just talk about the absolutely impeccable timing of horses injuries for a second?

I pulled my sweet mare out on Thanksgiving to find her back leg sliced open just below the hock.

Even though it happened to be on Thanksgiving I have a lot to be thankful for. I’m thankful my mare is okay, I’m thankful she’s so pleasant to handle even in pain, and I’m so very thankful that I am certified in teaching Equine First Aid, as if I would have found this a couple months ago I likely would have gone straight to panicking, in turn ruining the rest of Thanksgiving day. Or week.

And long story short, this is exactly the reason why I am so excited to teach fellow Horse lovers how to handle situations exactly like this and to make executive decisions regarding their horses care with confidence!

Happy belated Thanksgiving to everyone!

Ps Little Miss Sapphire is doing good and
making good recovery.

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