I'm looking at purchasing a new horse and have been looking at a lot of horses. One of the horses I am seriously considering is a grey. I am concerned (since I'd probably end up with this horse for it's lifetime) that the horse may end up with melanomas or ? from the sun. Are there ways to lessen the risk other than keeping the horse inside all day? Do they make 'fly sheets' small enough for minis? Does human sunscreen work? Are there any other products out there that can protect a horse from the sun? How common is skin cancer on greys and how are people managing it? I've also tried to stay away from horses with pink skin surrounding their eyes for the same reason.
I guess I'm probably being a worry whort.
Thanks!
I guess I'm probably being a worry whort.
Thanks!