24/ JUNE/JULY 2011 THE RIDER a clear or slightly yellow discharge.”


The first thought at the sight of this oozing is to dry it up, how- ever, the white blood cells need moisture to continue their healing work, explains Mays. If additional moisture is needed, an antibiotic topical ointment can be applied.


notes Mays. “The cells that respond to the injured tissue do so to increase blood flow which facilitates clean up and repair of the wound. This extra flow of blood brings swelling, redness and heat to the injured area. Therefore, inflammation should be controlled but not suppressed.”


Topical Wound Care for Horses


Sooner or later, it’s bound to happen. Your horse comes in with a wound that needs attention. Do you know the best first aid for your horse’s needs?


“A wound to your horse’s body can take the form of an abra- sion, puncture or full thickness skin cut,” notes Dr. Glennon Mays, clinical associate professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences.


“The body has its own marvelous mechanisms for healing injured tissue,” states Mays. “Following the trauma, the body sends white blood cells to the injured site to clean up the damaged cells and fight infection. These white blood cells rid the wound of dead cells and bacteria. This expelling of non-viable cells can be seen as either


“The body also responds to the wound with inflammation,”


bone/ligaments or pulls apart when your horse moves,” explains Mays. “A wound to your horse’s leg, especially near a joint where there is motion, should be referred to your veterinarian. If your horse receives a below-the-knee leg wound, it is best to seek medical assistance since leg tissue mass is limited and there can be contamination from dirt.” Bandaging may not be necessary for some cuts and


The body continues to remove contaminants while there is inflammation, explains Mays. As decontamination continues, cells that produce repair material move into the wound area. Then granu- lation tissue forms. Excessive granulation can result in “proud flesh” when the new tissue extends beyond the surface of the wound mar- gins. Moisture does stimulate granulation and excessive moisture often results in “proud flesh” which prohibits continuation of the healing process. If the wound appears to have excessive granulation tissue, the aid of veterinary care is often needed.


“Wound treatment may include a combination of antibiotics to control infection, anti-inflammatory injections for pain management and ointments for wound medication,” notes Mays. In treating any wound, the first step should be to clean the injured flesh, states Mays. Flushing the wound with water or saline solution will help remove dirt and bacteria from the cut. Saline solu- tion can be made by dissolving two tablespoons of table salt in one gallon of distilled water. Wounds that are exceptionally dirty may need an antimicrobial wash which contains iodine. This wash will kill surface bacteria while cleansing the wound.


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abrasions. However, leg wounds may need bandaging to reduce dirt contamination and skin motion so that healing can occur, notes Mays. A bandage keeps topical medication on the wound. Also, the light pressure of the bandage suppress- es excess outgrowth of skin and promotes less scaring. Small wounds may go undetected, cautions Mays. They may not be seen before contamination and infection occur. Since tetanus is always a threat, be sure that your horse receives a tetanus vaccination and stays current. Horses are prone to injury. Knowing basic first aid treatments for healing their wounds will allow you to assess the situation and determine the best treatment for your horse. The right medication administered at the proper time by the proper person can facilitate the natural healing process of your horse’s body.


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Kubota Canada Ltd. Renews Equine Discount (KED) for Horse Owners


Kubota Canada Ltd. is pleased to announce the con- tinuation of their incentive program for horse owners in Canada . The Kubota Equine Discount (KED) gives horse owners with valid and current membership with Equine Canada or their provincial Equine Federation, Council or Association signifigant savings on Kubota equipment pur- chases ...


Qualifying memberships for KED are:


Equine Canada Standardbred Canada


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Horse Council of British Columbia Alberta Equestrian Federation Saskatchewan Horse Federation Manitoba Horse Council Ontario Equestrian Federation Fédération Équestre du Quebec


New Brunswick Equestrian Association


PEI Horse Council


Nova Scotia Equestrian Federation Newfoundland Equestrian Associa- tion


The member can make a choice between taking current Kubota incen- tive programs or the KED 18% dis- count off the Canadian MSRP (Man- ufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) for Kubota power units (Tractors, Utility Vehicles, Excavators, Carriers and Wheel Loaders) and a KED 10% discount off the Canadian MSRP of any Kubota branded attachment (loaders, backhoes etc).


All the horse owner would need to do is to provide the Kubota dealer their valid membership card. The dealer will take a photocopy of the card and attach that to the sales con- tract as well as record the member- ship number when the sale is regis- tered on line.


“We are proud of our involve- ment with the equine community and look forward to continuing our rela- tionship into the future with the Kub- ota Equine Discount Program.” com- mented John Gilliland, National Mar- keting Manager.


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