Horse RX

Horse Wound Care & Prescription Treatments

Cuts and infections happen, and having the right products on hand makes a real difference. Valley Vet Supply carries prescription antibiotics and topical treatments alongside first-aid essentials for equine wound care. Build a kit that's ready before you need it.

Prescription Treatments for Horses

Prescription antibiotics help control infection when a wound is serious or slow to heal, and antibiotic ointments provide topical support for smaller cuts and abrasions.

Building an Equine First Aid Kit

Stock emergency wound care essentials like wraps, gauze, and antiseptic, plus topical ointments such as Puralube for everyday scrapes. Know which wounds you can treat at home and which need a vet's attention.

Preventing Complications

Clean and monitor wounds daily, and watch for signs of infection like swelling, heat, discharge, or a horse that's suddenly off its feed.

FAQs

Do I need a prescription for horse antibiotics?

Many equine antibiotics require a prescription from your veterinarian; upload it during checkout to complete your order.

What should be in every barn's first aid kit?

At minimum, keep antiseptic, wound wraps, gauze, a topical ointment, and a thermometer on hand, along with your vet's contact information.

How soon should a wound be seen by a vet?

Any deep, gaping, or heavily bleeding wound should be seen right away. Smaller wounds that show signs of infection or aren't healing also warrant a call.