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Yes its cureable, How is it treated?
Effective treatment of equine sweet itch depends on the severity of your horses condition. Steroids and antihistamines can be used in severe cases, but there are side effects to both. Calamine lotions may reduce the itch and inflammation, but will not prevent midge bites. Prevention is really the best solution for sweet itch.
you may have heard that many people eat marmite on toast befor going out in foran countrys due to flys and well, it works with horses too! i have a horse at the moment with sweet itch and i bout her the rug but i dint really help, i now put some dilluted marmite in her feed and she has really improved! i hope to tak eher rug off next year an djust have the marmite, im sure it will work.
How is it prevented?
Minimize the midges. Midges are most active at dawn and dusk. On mild, humid and windless days, keep the horse in the stable or under shelter during these hours.
Midges are love the decomposing vegetation found in woods and near water. Graze affected horses in dry, open areas.
Special sweet itch rugs cover the horse from poll to tail, protecting him from midge bites.
Insect repellents don't work well on gnats. Some gnat-repelling home remedies include:
Add cider vinegar to your horse's feed.
Apply Avon's Skin-So-Soft or Vick's VapoRub to the most vulnerable areas.
Rub a fabric softening dryer sheet over your horse.
Apply baby oil liberally to mane and tail.
Here is an easy, soothing lotion to apply to sweet itch sores. Use it twice daily.8 oz. Gold Bond Extra Strength Medicated Body Lotion (green bottle)
4 oz. Aveeno Anti-Itch Concentrated Lotion
4 oz. Benadryl Itch-Stopping Gel
4 - 8 oz. Avon Skin So Soft
Sweet itch isn't the most serious equine skin condition, but it can make your horse miserable. Try to reduce your horse's exposure to biting midges to keep it under control.
I went on www.practicalhorseskeeping .com for this information.
Another Treatment--From South Carolina
My horse has a bad case of sweet itch. This is what is working for us.
1st we treat the open wound with furzone. This keeps the flys off and lasts about 3-4 days before we have to reapply. We reapply until all the wounds have closed.
2nd we put Gold Bond Extra Strength Medicated Powder down her back and over all closed wounds. We tried to use Fly Sprays, lotions, ointments and even Vaseline but it seemed to keep her wet and still itchy. The powder drys her sweet out and soothes her itchy skin. The powder is also easily applied to her mane and tail.
It is not much to look at but it seems to be helping her. Not sure it will help everyone but if you are as frustrated as I was, give it a try.
What else can I help you with?
Why is your horses mane falling out?
It could be a sign of sweet itch? In that case you can get some cream from your nearest equestrian shop.
Why Do Horses Itch their Butts on Posts?
Sometimes their butts get itchy. Also, this could mean that your horse has a certain type of worms that causes them to scratch their butts on stuff.
Are pomegranates okay for horses to eat?
Yes, pomegranates are safe for horses to eat in moderation. They can be a tasty treat for horses and provide some nutritional benefits. Make sure to remove any seeds before feeding to prevent choking hazards.
Sand roll for horses?
Sand rolls are a natural behavior for horses that helps them scratch an itch, loosen shedding hair, and massage their muscles. Providing a designated sand roll area can be beneficial for horses' physical and mental well-being. However, it's important to monitor the sand to avoid ingestion, as too much sand consumption can lead to health issues like sand colic.
Is sweet feed for horses supposed to be kind of sticky?
Sweet feed is usually VERY sticky, especially when you first open the bag and its fresh because most sweet feed contains molasses. It is now known that sweet feed is actually not good for a horse. Horses are not meant to consume all of that sugar. It causes a lot of problems with horses, one of the most important being the increase in hoof problems, especially laminitis and founder. Many people are taking their horses off of sweet feed but it has been a common feed for a long time and some people simply don't like change. Old habits are hard to break. I would ask you do some research and find out for yourself why hay and other roughage and whole grains without added sweeteners are much better for your horse or pony and at least consider switching. **Remember - if you decide to switch your horses feed, don't do it overnight. A sudden change in a horses' diet can cause colic which can be lethal. Gradually mix some of the new feed in with what your horse is used to and increase the amount of new feed by just a little every day for at least a week, preferably two weeks** If you'd like more information, I highly recommend reading Pete Ramey's book, called Making Natural Hoof Care Work For You. The book will prove why sugar is so bad for horses as well as suggest better alternative feeding methods. Further down this page is a direct link to Pete Ramey's website. There are also plenty of other good books and articles available on horses health and modern dietary guidelines that strongly suggest eliminating so much sugar from the horses diet.
What is sweet itch in horses?
Exactly the same as egzema in humans. Sweet itch is more commonly found in the mane and tail areas.
What are the best sweet itch treatments for shetland ponies?
Shires Sweet‑Itch Combo Fly Sheet 81Not So Sweet Itch Formula for Horses 15.5 oz
Can sweet itch spread to other horses?
No, it is an allergic reaction to midge bites.
Can you give you information on sweet-age on horse mane?
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.
Do horses itch?
NO horses dont itch.
Why is your horses mane falling out?
It could be a sign of sweet itch? In that case you can get some cream from your nearest equestrian shop.
How do you hog a horses mane?
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.
Why would you get itchy when eating sweet potatoes?
They only way sweet potatoes are going to make you itch is if you are allergic.
How sweet is a?
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
Why do horses rub there hocks?
Horses rub there hocks because they are trying to itch thier fly bites and scare the flies away.
How is a horse sweet?
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
Is it okay to give horses a bath with regular soap?
no because it makes their skin itch
