Ant bites on horse - any remedies for swelling?

Answer 1

Bromelain is great for strains and inflamation. This is a natural substance.

I think with it being bites though you should let a vet see it.

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Answer 2

One of the best remedies for bites is actually pretty simple, witch hazel. You can buy it over the counter at any major drug or grocery store. It will numb the irritation caused by the bites, so the horse won't be able to pick at them. They heal very quickly as a result, usually in a matter of days.

It's important to remember, however, that if the bites are anywhere on the horse that tack would go (especially underneath his saddle or girth), you CANNOT ride him. You have to wait for the bites to fully heal, otherwise your tack won't sit flush on the horse and it could create wear-spots, rub off hair, or even open up the bites and cause bleeding. You should also examine the paddocks your horses are turned out in. If there are excessive ant piles, find a new paddock to turn out your horse in. Bug bites can carry all sorts of infectious diseases, too, so if you're in a buggy area it's important to get your horse regularly vaccinated and wormed.

Answer 3

Ice packs reduce swelling. Though you might want to take her/him to the vet to see how severe the allergy to ants are. You may have to carry around something like a horse "epi pen". Some allergies can be life threatening to a horse like they are with people. Not common, but it does happen.

Answer 4

If they are just small bites and not a major reaction such as major swelling in the area (not just the one small bump), are infected or hot to the touch, etc, all you need is some benedryl cream to stick on those spots. Human kind will work just as well. I also suggest some Bute.

If there is major swelling or if they are really bothering her, contact your vet- s/he can prescribe something stronger.

Answer 5

Call The Vet

Answer 6

wipe down with white vinegar, then apply some vegetable oil and rub in some meat tenderizer--regular not seasoned, it will draw the poison out---got the answer from an old doc in NC after being eaten up by fire ants time and again--believe me, it works! The meat tenderizer also immediately removes the pain from a bee sting.

Answer 7

The BEst two way sare either poulticing and or liniment it then warping the area

Answer 8

Benadryl works great for bee stings too

Answer 9

witch hazel

Answer 10

bute...call the vet