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Allergies in horses: signs and care
Allergy and infection are different
An allergy is a hypersensitivity reaction, not an infection. Itching or a skin change cannot identify the cause on its own. A vet needs to assess the horse and distinguish allergies from parasites and other problems.
What to observe and record
Note when signs appear, which areas are affected and whether they coincide with a new product, a change in routine or a particular season. Take photographs of changes if you can do so without disturbing the animal. This information may help during the consultation.
A sign is not a diagnosis
Repeated head movements are described as headshaking, not “handshaking”. They do not prove that a horse has an allergy. Do not automatically attribute a cough or irritation to pollen either: consult your vet to investigate the cause.
An individual care plan
Do not medicate your horse without advice or apply cosmetics to wounds expecting to treat the cause. Discuss environmental management and suitable products with your vet. Breathing difficulty or rapid deterioration requires urgent veterinary attention.
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