How do you put bandages on horses?

Answer 1

The best general topical product for wounds on a horse is a basic triple antibiotic ointment according to information presented at the 2006 AAEP meeting. It helps to prevent infection and provides a good environment for healing tissues. However, all leg wounds need to be assessed individually as some require more extensive medical care.

Answer 2

Most people don't know that you can wrap a horse's legs the wrong way and could possibly bowe the tendens. As you wrap, tighten the bandage slightly on the front of the cannon bone, and less tight on the back of the cannon bone. It takes a little practice but it's a useful thing to know.

Answer 3

For an open wound clean the area, clip hair if needed, apply antibiotic or whatever topical medicine your using. Place a sterile gauze pad over the medicated wound the wrap the leg and gauze pad with a self-adhesive medical wrap such as Vet-Wrap. Make sure you change the bandage at least twice a day.

For an injury that does not involve an open wound clean the leg of dirt and/or stall shavings or straw. Once the leg is clean apply a soothing linament. My favorite is Farnams Mint Gel. This is a gently, soothing, non-burning linament that can go right onto the leg. My horses love this gel and it smells great. Whatever medicine or linament you use make sure it can be applied directly to the leg. Some are too strong and will actually burn your horse's leg. Now take your wrap, I use only Vet-Wrap, and starting at the front of the leg begin to wrap around to the back. When wrapping a leg you want to ease off when your on the back of the leg and can wrap a little snugger on the front. Many people don't know this and you can cause injury such as a bowed tendon from pulling the wrap too tight when wrapping the back part of the leg. If you don't have any Vet-Wrap on hand you can also use a polo wrap, same wrapping rules apply.

Answer 4

Because if you do not bandage a horses leg, your horse will most likely fly away. We wouln't want that would we?