The same bacteria cause Rain scald as with Mud Fever and Cracked Heels but occurs along the back of the horse.  Horses in poor condition may be more susceptible to rain scald and prevention is the only cure!  The symptoms are easy to see and really need no explaining.

Prevention is always the best policy, with care and attention and by following these simple guidelines your horse should not have to suffer this winter: 

§         Ensure that shelter is provided in the field whether a natural tree or field shelter.

§         Turn out in a New Zealand rug.

[Do not rug up when the coat is wet or muddy.  Allow the coat to dry, brush off mud and then rug up].