Horse Care Tips & Tricks in Fluctuating Weather – Part 2
As you continue to care for your equine companion through the seasons, it’s important to adapt your horse care approach...
» View ArticleAs you continue to care for your equine companion through the seasons, it’s important to adapt your horse care approach...
» View ArticleHoof abscesses are common problems, especially in wet conditions. They can stop your horse in his tracks and can be time-consuming and frustrating to treat. But there are steps you can take to keep your horse’s hooves strong and healthy.
» View ArticleSummer seasonal recurrent dermatitis (SSRD) or sweet itch, is caused by an allergic reaction to the saliva of the Culicoides midge (“no-see-ums”). These bothersome fellows are active from April through October.
» View ArticleDoes your horse struggle with dull, flaky hair coat? Are his mane and tail dry and brittle? The quality of...
» View ArticleWet feet are a common problem Poor hoof quality can be the result of multiple factors, including poor nutrition, lack...
» View ArticleProviding proper nutrition for your horse is one of the most basic ways to ensure his well-being. High-quality forage and...
» View ArticleDuring drought conditions, pastures may not provide enough fiber and energy to meet your horse’s nutrition requirements. Feeding additional hay may be necessary. If additional calories are still needed, consider a high-fat supplement. Horses should consume at least 1.5% to 2% of body weight per day in forage. Supplemental forage in the form of hay or hay cubes may be needed.
» View ArticleWinter can be a challenging time of year for horses with a past history of laminitis. Horses who have suffered...
» View ArticleCareful management of your horse year-round will help ensure that he remains healthy during drought conditions. In the short-term future,...
» View ArticleIn the wet winter months when snow and rain turn dirt to mud, make it a daily habit to remove...
» View ArticleDo mud and manure stains drive you crazy in the winter when it is too cold to bathe your horse?...
» View ArticleHints of winter are starting to appear and it won’t be long before the first hard freeze occurs. During the...
» View ArticleBiotin has become commonplace in feed rooms across the world because of its reputation as an effective hoof supplement. And...
» View ArticleIt is that time of the year again, when grass pastures can be unsafe for at-risk horses! Grazing management is...
» View ArticleKer-A-Form is a scientifically formulated coat and hoof supplement that is named after one of the tissues it was developed to nourish “keratin.” Keratin is the fibrous protein that forms the main structural component of hair and hooves. Without healthy keratin, hooves and hair grow slowly and become dull, dry, and brittle. The combination of nutrients found in Ker-A-Form support keratin as well as multiple other components that make up healthy skin, hair, and hooves.
» View ArticleOn the track, constant exercise, frequent shoeing, and the demands of racing can put a lot of stress on Thoroughbreds’ hooves. Bad feet can lead to other issues, such as sore backs and hocks.
» View ArticleWhen treating laminitis, cooling the hoof wall to between 40 and 50 degrees Fahrenheit for 48 to 72 hours can...
» View ArticleClick here, to learn more about common skin diseases and allergies in horses. Article re-posted with kind permission by Equine...
» View ArticleA horse’s hoof takes about a year to completely replace itself. One of the first signs of inadequate nutrition is a dry, dull hair coat and cracked hooves. When problems crop up it takes time to fix them. To ensure soundness and decrease your horse’s downtime, it is best to be proactive when it comes to hoof maintenance.
» View ArticleA healthy horse has healthy hooves, click here to read more. Article re-posted with kind permission by Equine Guelph: http://equineguelph.ca/index.php...
» View ArticleWhat is laminitis? Laminitis occurs when the tissues that connect the coffin bone to the hoof wall, called the laminae,...
» View ArticleIodine controls the production of thyroid hormones, which are necessary for optimal health. Iodine deficiency can cause a dry, lusterless...
» View ArticleHave you ever come across “lecithin” while scrutinizing the ingredient list of a favorite supplement? Have you wondered why lecithin...
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