When picking hay for your horse, consider the following: The type of hay available The maturity of the hay when it was harvested The region of the country where the hay was grown
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Electrolytes play a significant role in supporting hydration (thirst response), muscle function, and the cellular water balance within your horse’s body.
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Signs your horse has allergies Hives Itching Hairless patches Inflamed skin Coughing Head shaking Nasal drainage Runny eyes
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Neigh-Lox Advanced contains a proprietary blend of research-proven ingredients that work synergistically to maintain healthy equine GI tract tissues.
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Spring is here. It’s time to get started on your spring cleaning plan. On cleaning day, be sure to: Turn out horses so they are not exposed to dust stirred up by cleaning. Open all windows and doors for ventilation.
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Equi-Jewel contains all-natural ingredients that provide the calories your horse needs to thrive. Equi-Jewel’s high-fat formula reduces the risk of digestive upset, supports optimal muscle function, and sustains a calm, cool attitude.
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Ensure your horse’s nutrient requirements are met this winter.
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Myo-Guard was developed to sustain optimal performance in horses of all types. It provides a blend of antioxidants that support healthy muscle function during training and competition. Horses with healthy muscles have more stamina and strength, are quicker to recovery after vigorous exercise, and are less likely to develop muscle disorders.
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Ker-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.
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Studies reveal that horses are happiest when living outside with other horses. Researchers also noted benefits to the overall health...
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Rain Rot The facts: Rain rot is caused by the bacterium Dermatophilus congolensis. Occurs during wet seasons. Starts with some type of skin opening, such as an insect bite, that allows the bacteria to enter and spread using moisture. Contagious.
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Healthy horses have little problem adjusting to changes in the fructan (sugar) levels in grass. However, individuals struggling with obesity or metabolic syndrome are at high risk for digestive imbalances caused by seasonal fluctuations.
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In healthy joints, the ends of the bones are coated with a thin layer of friction-reducing tissue known as articular cartilage.
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There is often a stigma attached to feeding round bales to horses, but managed well they can be a safe...
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As the winter season approaches, it is time to evaluate your horse’s body condition score. It is important to make...
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Healthy pastures require year-round maintenance. Fall is an important time to evaluate your horse pastures. Depending on your situation, you...
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Mosquitoes are not just annoying; they pose a health risk for your horses. Mosquitoes spread several neurologic diseases: West Nile...
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Spring has sprung and it is time to evaluate how your horse made it through the winter and revise your...
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Horses that have demanding training or competition schedules, broodmares raising foals, and growing horses can expend a huge number of calories doing their jobs. These horses need energy and lots of it, but they need the kind of energy that won’t cause digestive upset or improper growth patterns.
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On average, 1 out of every 10 horses will suffer from a bout of colic each year. Managing your feeding program can help reduce colic in horses.
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Dehydration can be as much of a problem in winter as it is in the summer. Horses need to drink...
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Five tips to make sure your feed room and hayloft are ready for winter.
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Travel Tips for Horses- Part 3: How and When to Use Supplements
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Travel Tips for Horses- Part 2: Nutritional Support While Traveling
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