Exactly the same as egzema in humans. Sweet itch is more commonly found in the mane and tail areas.
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No, it is an allergic reaction to midge bites.
Sweet-age, or sweet-itch? Sweet itch is caused by parasites. You should talk to your vet about treatment, but I would shave the horses' mane to aid in treatment.
NO horses dont itch.
It could be a sign of sweet itch? In that case you can get some cream from your nearest equestrian shop.
You cut or shave it very short (near Stubble) , in most cases this is because of sweet itch, as it is easier to handle this way.
They only way sweet potatoes are going to make you itch is if you are allergic.
Horses are known to be very sweet animals. They are usually sweet when they respect you and look at you as a leader. some horses are naturally sweet and some are VERY nasty. People say that horses with big eyes are usually a lot sweeter than horses with small eyes. You cant change a horse from being nasty to sweet so good luck
Horses rub there hocks because they are trying to itch thier fly bites and scare the flies away.
Horses are known to be very sweet animals. They are usually sweet when they respect you and look at you as a leader. some horses are naturally sweet and some are VERY nasty. People say that horses with big eyes are usually a lot sweeter than horses with small eyes. You cant change a horse from being nasty to sweet so good luck
no because it makes their skin itch
Common health problems for Clydesdale horses are a condition called the itch, and sunburn. The itch affects the lower part of the legs where the fur feathers. The lack of pigmentation in their faces is a cause or sunburn.