{"id":7097,"date":"2024-10-06T13:52:36","date_gmt":"2024-10-06T11:52:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.paardenkriebels.nl\/?p=7097"},"modified":"2024-10-07T16:17:31","modified_gmt":"2024-10-07T14:17:31","slug":"what-to-do-and-what-not-to-do-when-your-horse-has-a-wound","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.paardenkriebels.nl\/en\/wat-wel-en-niet-als-je-paard-een-wond-heeft\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do and what not to do when your horse has a wound\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

As a horse lover wants to<\/span> you naturally want your horse to be healthy and happy. But sometimes an accident can happen and your horse suffers a wound. It is then important to act quickly and appropriately to prevent infections and complications. In this blog post, we discuss what you absolutely must and must not do if your horse has a wound. <\/span><\/p>\n

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What you SHOULD do with a wound<\/h2>\n
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  1. Stay calm and assess the situation. Do not panic, but calmly assess how serious the injury is and whether immediate action is needed, such as stopping bleeding.<\/li>\n
  2. Clean the wound gently with clean, lukewarm water. Use a soft cloth or gauze to remove dirt and debris. Rinse the wound thoroughly to wash away bacteria.<\/li>\n
  3. Pat the wound dry with a clean cloth. Do not rub the wound, but dab gently to prevent further trauma.<\/li>\n
  4. Check the wound daily. Keep an eye on whether the wound is healing well and there are no signs of infection such as redness, swelling, pus or a foul odour. Change the dressing if necessary.<\/li>\n
  5. When in doubt, always consult a vet. Especially with large, deep or complicated wounds, professional advice is wise. It is also advisable to call the vet if the wound does not seem to be healing properly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    What NOT to do with a wound<\/h2>\n
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    1. Do not use hydrogen peroxide, betadine or other disinfectants. These products can slow wound healing and damage healthy tissue. Clean water is sufficient for most wounds.<\/li>\n
    2. Do not smear ointments, powders or sprays on the wound. Agents such as honey ointment and antibiotic ointment may seem like a good idea, but can suffocate the wound and trap dirt. Keep the wound dry and clean for optimal healing.<\/li>\n
    3. Do not close a wound with an airtight bandage. The wound needs to breathe to heal properly. So do not use plastic sheeting or closing plasters, but airy gauze or a compress.<\/li>\n
    4. Don't wait too long to consult a vet. In serious injuries such as deep cuts, severed tendons, fractures or heavy bleeding, quick intervention is crucial for your horse's recovery. Do not hesitate to seek professional help.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Preventing wounds is better than curing them<\/h2>\n

      Of course, an accident can always happen, but with the right precautions, you can reduce your horse's risk of injury:<\/p>\n