My mare's hair has been falling out recently. It started near the top of her butt, and I thought it was because she is in heat and there are geldings out in pasture with her that were gelded late. But it's spreading all over the sides of her butt and is coming out in small pieces (pics below). Because it's hurricane season, I was thinking it might be rain rott. Does anybody know?
Rayanne_15
Hair falling out
My mare's hair has been falling out recently. It started near the top of her butt, and I thought it was because she is in heat and there are geldings out in pasture with her that were gelded late. But it's spreading all over the sides of her butt and is coming out in small pieces (pics below). Because it's hurricane season, I was thinking it might be rain rott. Does anybody know?
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@Rayanne_15: Are the geldings still mounting her repeatedly? That would be something I would consider separating her from.
I just zoomed in on those tufts of hair that are coming out. I wouldn't hesitate to send those pix to my vet to ask him what their thoughts are and what topical you should use.
EDIT: Are you finding those tufts on the ground?
I'm hoping others will pop in with their thoughts.
I just zoomed in on those tufts of hair that are coming out. I wouldn't hesitate to send those pix to my vet to ask him what their thoughts are and what topical you should use.
EDIT: Are you finding those tufts on the ground?
I'm hoping others will pop in with their thoughts.
I would absolutely say that this is rain rot. I have not dealt with this myself, but knowing that hurricane/rainy season is coming, it is vital to get a handle on it before more is working against you. I would bathe her with an anti-microbial shampoo containing chlorhexidine, povidone-iodine, or benzoyl peroxide (letting it sit on her coat for at least 10 minutes), rinsing thoroughly, and let her dry completely before applying an anti-microbial topical solution. I personally really like Hay Wheres That Blue Stuff for any type of skin funk.
Additionally, I would begin supplementing with Vitamin E to help support her immune system. You will want to make sure the supplement contains 'naturally-derived' Vitamin E, as it is said to be more bioavailable for absorption.
From Rain Rot in Horses -
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Additionally, I would begin supplementing with Vitamin E to help support her immune system. You will want to make sure the supplement contains 'naturally-derived' Vitamin E, as it is said to be more bioavailable for absorption.
From Rain Rot in Horses -
If you have a farm supply store, Tractor Supply, Rural King or similar nearby purchase a small bottle of Vitamin E from the livestock area display.
A needle-less syringe so loading proper dosage is done and squirt on their food or get it down the throat.
I've called several other members who know how much, how often to administer.
@QtrBel @walkinthewalk @knightrider @Dreamcatcher Arabians @ChieTheRider & @Horse & Dog Mom I think have all dealt with skin cruds and can offer help.
I myself grab Banixx and apply that after a good anti-fungal bath and gentle removal of scabs....they hurt and will bleed if you yank them off.
I spray the Banixx then liberally....
The administering orally or on food of the Vitamin E seems to really put the animal on road to recovery.. ✔
🐎... jmo.
A needle-less syringe so loading proper dosage is done and squirt on their food or get it down the throat.
I've called several other members who know how much, how often to administer.
@QtrBel @walkinthewalk @knightrider @Dreamcatcher Arabians @ChieTheRider & @Horse & Dog Mom I think have all dealt with skin cruds and can offer help.
I myself grab Banixx and apply that after a good anti-fungal bath and gentle removal of scabs....they hurt and will bleed if you yank them off.
I spray the Banixx then liberally....
The administering orally or on food of the Vitamin E seems to really put the animal on road to recovery.. ✔
🐎... jmo.
Which one of yall used the A, E, D vitamins orally?
Good nutrition, and a good antifungal bath, along with topical treatments (there's a ton, I've used MTG for mild cases, I also know others who mix chlorhexidine in baby oil, and I've also used liniment if there's no broken skin). I'd make sure she's on a high quality vitamin/mineral or ration balancer. That's what these guys are usually lacking.
Good nutrition, and a good antifungal bath, along with topical treatments (there's a ton, I've used MTG for mild cases, I also know others who mix chlorhexidine in baby oil, and I've also used liniment if there's no broken skin). I'd make sure she's on a high quality vitamin/mineral or ration balancer. That's what these guys are usually lacking.
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