How to Treat a Leg Wound on Your Horse When No Vet Is Available
Home Remedies for a Wounded Horse Leg
All too often, I have asked a cowboy about a favorite horse, only to be told that it passed after it went out on the trail and got injured. Some injuries occur when riding a rough trail, some occur when working, but most occur just because of bad luck. If an injury occurs and there is no vet available, there are still many things you can do, like basic first aid.
Be Prepared
Deal with bad luck by being prepared. All riders should carry a first aid kit and learn how to use it.
What to Do When Your Horse's Leg Gets Injured
Before you even get started on the wound, figure out if your horse is okay and can be worked with. Roll down the skin below the eyes and check the mucous membranes. They should be pink. (This is something you should check all of the time to see whether or not your horse is anemic.)
If your horse is in shock, it is probably hypovolemic (the fluids are no longer moving around in the blood vessels), and he will need massive amounts of fluids to survive. Is there anything you can do?
- Stop the bleeding so that he does not lose more fluid.
