Rain rot or what?

Question

couple weeks ago i noticed flaky and kinda bumpy skin on his elbow (both sides) going down his fore arm a little. i started putting mtg on it and it looks like it has dried up a bit. its like pieces of yellow crusty skin. i keep it dry and only put mtg on it about every other day. what could this be? am i taking care of it correctly? i was thinking rain rot but idk for sure.

Answer 1

If you dont know for sure Id talk to a vet.  It may be just something thats easily taken care of but maybe not :) good luck

Answer 2

It could be an allergic reaction to flies. Do you have a fly problem in your area. I have had good luck with using iodine shampoo to treat fungal problems, if that is what it is.

Answer 3

M.T.G works great, you could also scrub well with a good nolvassan or betadine solution, but for me M.T.G works good.

Answer 4

sounds like your horse has some fungus... just keep it clean and yes MTG definitely helps and will help the hair grow back too...

rain rot is a peeling and rotting of skin generally on the back and hindquarters... it sounds like your horse has some mild fungus probably from his legs getting sweaty if you ride him a lot... make sure you wash all the sweat off of him after you ride and in the winter brush it off of him or use a damp cloth or sponge...