
Colonic Ulcers in Horses
Most of us know that horses can suffer from equine gastric ulcers syndrome (EGUS), a condition where horses develop ulcers...
» View ArticleMost of us know that horses can suffer from equine gastric ulcers syndrome (EGUS), a condition where horses develop ulcers...
» View ArticleIn every aspect of our lives we strive for balance. As owners and caretakers of horses we should also make...
» View ArticleA scoop of grain and two fluffy flakes of hay in the morning. A scoop of grain and two fluffy flakes...
» View ArticleBugs? What bugs? Horses are hindgut fermenters. In other words, the hindgut portion of your horse’s digestive tract contains millions...
» View ArticleIn Clarifying Carbohydrates Part I, we reviewed simple carbohydrates and in Clarifying Carbohydtrates Part II we looked at rapidly fermentable carbohydrates. This Nutritional Minute describes slowly fermentable carbohydrates (fiber) and discusses the concerns associated with all carbohydrates in the equine diet.
» View ArticleThere are many types of carbohydrates in equine diets, including simple carbohydrates, rapidly fermentable carbohydrates, and complex, slowly fermentable carbohydrates. Your horse digests each type of carbohydrate differently. Some types of carbs are better for your horse than others. Click here for Clarifying Carbohydrates Part I for information on simple carbs. This time we will reviewing rapidly fermentable carbs.
» View ArticleThere are three different types of carbohydrates utilized by horses: simple sugars and starches, rapidly fermentable carbohydrates, and structural carbohydrates. This part of our series will deal with simple sugars and starches.
» View ArticleWhat is a fructan? Fructan is a type of sugar found in cool-season grasses. Instead of being digested in the...
» View ArticlePreventing winter weight gain in easy keepers. Some horses gain weight when given a winter break from trail riding, training,...
» View ArticleWe have all heard that certain horses exposed to stressful contiditons are at a higher risk of developing ulcers and...
» View ArticlePacked with energy Fat is an effective energy source for horses. Pound for pound, fats provide 2.25 times more energy...
» View ArticleEquine metabolic syndrome (EMS) Equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) has become more and more prevalent in our equine community. It is...
» View ArticleNeigh-Lox Advanced contains a proprietary blend of research-proven ingredients that work synergistically to maintain healthy equine GI tract tissues.
» View ArticleOne of the most prevalent myths in the realm of horse nutrition today is that bran mashes are good for...
» View ArticleHorses 18 years of age and older are considered geriatric or senior horses. Some horses, like some humans, age more...
» View ArticleHere are five tips to make sure your feed room and hayloft are ready for winter. 1. Clean out your...
» View ArticleSimply put, horses need energy. Energy is traditionally supplied by cereal grains such as oats, corn, and barley. These feedstuffs...
» View ArticleTraveling is harder on your horse than you think. Tired, stressed horses are more likely to hurt themselves in the...
» View ArticleIn his natural state, your horse would spend 16 to 17 hours each day roaming around and grazing on a...
» View ArticleYour horse is a home The digestive tract of your horse is home to millions of microorganisms that aid in...
» View ArticleHealthy 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.
» View ArticleTo most horse people, there is no better sight than a row of freshly bedded stalls, complete with a pile...
» View ArticleDo you believe gastric ulcers affect only high-performance athletes such as racehorses or Olympic contenders? Do you believe it takes...
» View ArticleHorses 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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