Recommendations from Dr Phillips of Millpond Equine Clinic;

Prevention of Sand Colic
Administer orally once a month, one cup of epsom salts mixed with enough hot water to dissolve. A turkey baster or dose syringe may be used for administration.

A hot bran mash should be fed every 6 to 10 days. Avoid feeding on the same day each week or at the same time. The purpose of this is to upset the system, causing some diarrhea which will help to eliminate sand.

Vaccinations
Horses should be vaccinated every three to four months for Eastern/Western Encepholytis and Influenza and West Nile virus. Tetanus should be given at least once a year with periodic boosters. Rabies should be administered once a year. Rhino vaccine should be administered every three to four months. Coggins yearly.

Worming
Research has proven that many horses are now resistant to routine worming, the following is the newest guideline for worming your horse.