Rain Rot (aka Rain Scald) seems to appear on some horses left exposed to wet, dirty conditions. Clues that your horse may have rain scald include
- In early stages you’ll feel small lumps on your horses skin
- Scurfy patches or crusty scabs on the shoulders, back and/or haunches
- Skin underneath scurf patches may be raw and oozing
If your horse does get rain scald, you can help get rid of it by clipping away long hairs and giving your horse a bath – some recommend using medicated shampoos, however, it seems to me that the goal is to get your horse clean (and then dry) to get rid of this condition so either should do the trick. Now, some research says you should put an antiseptic ointment on the affected areas, and some says not to, stating it’s better to let the air get at them. Of course, if the affected area(s) appear infected, you should consult your veterinarian.
Prevention seems to be similar to that for mud fever – keep your horse clean and dry. I’ve also seen it recommended to not share equipment (saddle pads and leg wraps, specifically).
If you’ve dealt with this ailment before and had success treating it, please reply to this post and let us know what worked for you!
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