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Learn what causes bandage bows in horses, the warning signs to check for and how correct padding, even pressure and regular monitoring help reduce risk.

30 Aug

Bandage Bows in Horses: Causes, Warning Signs and Prevention

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September 12, 2026

Learn what causes bandage bows in horses, how to recognise warning signs such as heat, swelling and pain, and why smooth cotton padding, even bandage tension and regular checks are essential for protecting your horse’s legs.

Learn when to use a wet, warm, cold or dry poultice for horses, with practical guidance for hoof abscesses, swollen legs and safe application.

29 Aug

Wet or Dry Poultice for Horses

Wet or Dry Poultice for Horses: What Is the Difference?

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Paul Wheeldon

September 12, 2026

Wet, warm, cold or dry? Discover which poulticing method may be suitable for your horse, how hoof and leg poultices differ, and how to apply and change a poultice safely. This practical VETSHARPE guide also covers common mistakes, warning signs and when to contact your veterinarian.

27 Aug

Custom Clothing

Beyond Veterinary Products: Custom Clothing, Equine Merchandise & Brand Development

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Paul Wheeldon

September 12, 2026

VETSHARPE offers more than premium veterinary products. Discover how our experienced team can help veterinary practices, equine hospitals, sporting events and emerging brands create custom clothing, professional workwear, beanies, bobble hats and distinctive merchandise ranges.

27 Aug

Horse Hoof Abscess

Horse Hoof Abscess: Signs, Treatment and How to Poultice the Hoof

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Paul Wheeldon

September 12, 2026

Learn how to recognise the signs of a horse hoof abscess, when to contact your veterinarian or farrier, and how to apply and change a hoof poultice safely. This practical guide covers sudden lameness, digital pulses, hoof swelling, wet versus dry poulticing and recovery.

Learn what to do when your horse suffers a leg wound, including immediate first aid, warning signs that require veterinary attention, safe wound cleaning, infection risks, proud flesh and professionally advised bandaging.

26 Aug

Horse Leg Wound Care

Horse Leg Wounds: First Aid, When to Call the Vet and How to Protect the Injury

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Paul Wheeldon

September 12, 2026

Learn what to do when your horse suffers a leg wound, including immediate first aid, warning signs that require veterinary attention, safe wound cleaning, infection risks, proud flesh and professionally advised bandaging.

Swollen Horse Leg: Causes, Warning Signs & What to Do

25 Aug

Bandage a Horse’s Leg, Hoof Abscesses, My Horse’s Leg Swollen, VetSharpe Leg Wraps

Why Is My Horse’s Leg Swollen? Causes, Warning Signs and What to Do

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Paul Wheeldon

September 12, 2026

Discover the common causes of swollen legs in horses, the warning signs that require veterinary attention and what to do while waiting for professional advice. Learn about filled legs, heat, lameness, cellulitis, tendon injuries and when professionally advised bandaging may be appropriate.

24 Aug

Bandage a Horse’s Leg

How to Bandage a Horse’s Leg: A Step-by-Step Guide to Applying a Standing Wrap

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Paul Wheeldon

September 12, 2026

Learn how to apply a standing wrap or veterinary leg bandage to a horse, including the correct use of cotton padding, wrapping direction, bandage tension, sizing and the mistakes that can cause pressure points or bandage bows.

23 Aug

Hoof Abscesses

How to Poultice a Horse’s Hoof: A Step-by-Step Guide for Hoof Abscesses

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Paul Wheeldon

September 14, 2026

Is your horse suddenly lame or showing signs of a hoof abscess? Learn how a hoof poultice is prepared, applied, secured and changed, including the difference between wet and dry poulticing and when to contact your veterinarian or farrier.

From the Forge to Product Development When Expertise Finds VETSHARPE

23 Aug

Global Supply, VetSharpe Distributor

From the Forge to Product Development: When Expertise Finds VETSHARPE

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Paul Wheeldon

September 12, 2026

When a well-known UK farrier discovered VETSHARPE, an exciting product-development conversation began. Discover how practical farriery expertise, trusted equine-care products and VETSHARPE’s growing global network are helping shape a new product concept.

VETSHARPE is expanding its distributor network across Canada, with limited territory opportunities available on a first-come, first-served basis. We are looking to work with established veterinary, equine and animal healthcare businesses that want to supply premium veterinary consumables, equine products, dressings, leg wraps, hoof poultice products and private label solutions. Discover available Canadian territories and contact VETSHARPE to discuss becoming a distributor.

17 Aug

Global Supply, VetSharpe Distributor

Become a VETSHARPE Distributor in Canada

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Paul Wheeldon

September 12, 2026

VETSHARPE is expanding its distributor network across Canada, with limited territory opportunities available on a first-come, first-served basis. We are looking to work with established veterinary, equine and animal healthcare businesses that want to supply premium veterinary consumables, equine products, dressings, leg wraps, hoof poultice products and private label solutions. Discover available Canadian territories and contact VETSHARPE to discuss becoming a distributor.

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