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Respiratory disease in horses

Equine respiration in focus – respiratory diseases and stable hygiene

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Respiratory disease in horses and its effects

Respiratory diseases affect not only humans but also animals – and can be quite taxing on them. That's why veterinary medicine relies on effective, modern routines. One option is to use AnoKath® Atemfit with an ultrasonic nebulizer to provide targeted support for the respiratory system in everyday life.

Respiratory diseases in horses manifest in various forms, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, or asthma-like symptoms. They are often recognizable by coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing, or irritated, inflamed airways. This can significantly impair well-being and performance.

AnoKath® Atemfit is produced through the electrolysis of water, resulting in an aqueous solution with active chlorine. You utilize its antimicrobial properties to reduce the germ count – even where bacteria, viruses, or fungi are present. Additionally, its use can help soothe and stabilize your airways as part of your routine.
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AnoKath Atemfit and its properties for respiratory diseases in horses:

AnoKath® Atemfit is produced through the electrolysis of water and is available as an aqueous solution. You use it for its antimicrobial properties to reduce the germ count – including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Additionally, it can support your routine if you want to stabilize inflamed and irritated airways.

The advantages of treatment with AnoKath® Atemfit in an ultrasonic nebulizer for respiratory diseases in horses:

The combination of AnoKath® Atemfit and an ultrasonic nebulizer promotes a fine, even distribution of the mist throughout the airways – reaching even areas that are otherwise difficult to wet. You can also incorporate natural saline solution (2.5% or 5%) into your inhalation routine: it supports the humidification of the airways and can help loosen stubborn mucus. Combined with Atemfit, this strengthens your routine of humidifying/loosening (natural saline solution) and hygiene/reducing bacterial load (Atemfit) – particularly beneficial for coughs, thick mucus, and irritation-related discomfort.

Clinical studies and results on respiratory disease in horses:

Several clinical studies have examined the suitability of AnoKath® Atemfit in ultrasonic nebulizers for supporting the treatment of respiratory problems. In one study with dogs suffering from chronic bronchitis, inhalation via the nebulizer resulted in significantly fewer signs of inflammation in the airways. The animals showed noticeable improvements, such as less coughing and less shortness of breath.

Another study in horses with asthma-like symptoms observed improved airway patency and indications of improved lung function after nebulization. Additionally, a study in birds with respiratory infections showed that inhalation reduced the bacterial load in the airways and supported faster recovery, for example, in cases of wheezing and respiratory distress.

In summary, these results suggest that nebulization with fine aerosol, in combination with antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, can be a supportive option in respiratory routine.

Respiratory disease in horses – Conclusion:

You can incorporate AnoKath® Atemfit in the ultrasonic nebulizer into your routine as a supportive measure for treating respiratory illnesses in horses. The fine mist distributes the solution precisely in the airways and can help soothe irritated areas, reduce the bacterial load, and alleviate typical symptoms. Studies in various animal species indicate positive effects. It remains important: Only use this product in consultation with your veterinarian, adhere to the instructions, and observe all precautions. This way, you can effectively use the combination of Atemfit and the nebulizer to support your horse's well-being and quality of life.

FAQs

Respiratory disease in horses – symptoms, stable management and hygiene with AnoKath

How can I recognize a respiratory disease in a horse?

Typical signs include coughing (especially when being ridden or at feeding time), nasal discharge (from clear to thick), noisy breathing, reduced performance, faster fatigue, or heavy breathing. Some horses also appear lethargic or have a reduced appetite.
AnoKath advantage: AnoKath can help you to consistently stabilize stable and environmental hygiene – an important building block to reduce irritants and germ pressure in everyday life.

What are the most common causes of respiratory problems in the stable?

Very often, it is management and environmental factors that are responsible:

  • Dust from hay, straw, riding arena
  • Mold contamination in feed or bedding
  • poor air quality (ammonia, inadequate ventilation)
  • Infections, contact with many horses, stress

AnoKath advantage: With AnoKath you can target the crucial areas: grooming area, contact surfaces, stable tools and especially the areas where dust and germs "migrate".

Coughing only during eating or training – is that already critical?

Coughing while eating or trotting is often a sign of irritation from dust or the beginning of respiratory problems. The sooner you optimize stable air quality and feeding practices, the better. If coughing becomes more frequent or lasts longer, it should be investigated.
AnoKath advantage: AnoKath supports you in the consistent implementation of hygiene routines that many underestimate: clean feeding areas, clean contact surfaces, clean work processes – so that the burden does not arise anew every day.

What can I do immediately if my horse coughs?

A practical immediate plan:

  • Reduce dust: Check hay quality, make feeding as dust-free as possible.
  • Improve stable air quality: ventilation, reduce ammonia sources, dry bedding
  • Adjust training: don't "ride through", but calmly and in a controlled manner
  • Monitor the course of the disease and consult a veterinarian if symptoms persist.

AnoKath advantage: At the same time, you can use AnoKath to standardize stable hygiene (contact surfaces, grooming area, equipment) so that germ pressure and stress do not escalate in the surrounding area.

When should I absolutely call the vet if my pet has a respiratory illness?

If any of these apply:

  • Fever, marked lethargy, loss of appetite
  • severe or persistent cough (several days/weeks)
  • Shortness of breath, pronounced "pumping", very rapid breathing
  • thick, yellowish/foul-smelling nasal discharge

AnoKath advantage: AnoKath does not replace diagnostics – but can help to consistently maintain stable and environmental hygiene, which supports the recovery phase in everyday life.

How can AnoKath provide long-term support for respiratory diseases?

The key is a system of air, food and hygiene:

  • Dust-free feeding and consistent hay management
  • Regular "hotspot checks" in the stable (grooming area, handles, equipment, feeding areas)
  • Hygiene of transport and contact surfaces when there are many horse contacts

AnoKath advantage: As an alcohol-free hygiene system, AnoKath is ideal for implementing these routines uniformly – ensuring that stable air, contact surfaces and work processes remain hygienically stable in the long term.