HEAD SHAKING

Head shaking syndrome exhibit repetitive,involuntary headshaking that is more vertical.
Head shaking is a clinical signs of variety of disease.
Guttral pouch and paranasal sinus lesions.
This behavioral problem is most commonly seen in the warmer months of the year.

Causes
Insect bites
Ear mites
Dental problems
Allergies
Sunlight sensitivity

Signs
Damage of the sensory nerve of the skin.
Snorting
Head tossing
Violent shaking of head
Wiping of the nose

Affected horse will try to rub the nose on a foreleg or the ground at the canter.
In many cases horse is unrideable or dangerous to ride.

Treatment
In allergic rhinitis systemic antibiotics is required.
Ear mites should treated topically.