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Welfare Leaflets



Redwings produce a number of Welfare Leaflets designed to provide information on common issues such as Cushing’s Disease, Strangles and transportation.
These leaflets are all free to download and print. Please click on the images to view the leaflet.


For any further advice, please call Redwings’ Welfare Team on 01508 481 008.

Equine Crushing's Disease Equine Cushing’s Disease
Cushing’s disease cannot be cured, but it can be effectively managed. Learn how to spot the symptoms of the disease.

 Donkey Ownership 
Donkey Ownership
Thinking about taking on a donkey? Read this first to find out the basics of donkey care, and how they differ from their horsey relations.
 Equine Travel and TransportEquine Transportation and Travel
Travelling is an unnatural experience for equines. Horses have brilliant memories – read this leaflet to make sure every journey is a good one!
 Food for ThoughtFood for Thought
A horse’s digestive system is complex! Read more about why ‘little and often’ is the golden rule!
 Hoof Care and FarrieryHoof Care and Farriery
The hoof supports a lot of weight! This leaflet concentrates on some common diseases of the hoof and why hoof care is fundamental to health and wellbeing.
Horse Health and Happiness Horse Health and Happiness
Despite a relationship that has spanned thousands of years, horses and humans still have different instincts to one another. Find out more about providing ‘peace of mind’ or horses.

 
 Horses Behaving BadlyHorses Behaving Badly
Horses are not naturally aggressive animals. Aggression is learned behaviour. ‘Misbehaviour’ could be your horse’s way of telling you that something is wrong.
 Laminitis Cause and EffectLaminitis – Cause and Effect
Laminitis is a common condition that can cause serious damage if not handled properly. But what causes it and how can it be treated? 
 Retiring GracefullyRetiring Gracefully
Having a retirement plan in place is an important part of horse care. Retirement may be necessary at any age! Make sure you have a plan in place.
 StranglesStrangles – Staying in Control
Strangles is a disease with many stigmas attached to it. However, with a practical approach
to treating it and avoiding it in the first place, the disease can be tackled successfully.
 Worms and Worm ControlWorms and Worm Control
Worms reproduce at a rapid rate. Download this leaflet to read how to keep these tiny yet deadly critters under control.
  Ragwort - What you can do to stop the spread
Read the facts about ragwort and how you can help to control the spread of the yellow peril.
 


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