Nutrition

Horse owners know to be cautious when allowing horses access to lush green pasture in the spring. But that Read more

The actions of vitamin K on blood clotting, bone metabolism, and bone resorption have been known for some time. However, Read more

Start by mixing a small portion of new feed into the old ration, gradually increasing the new feed and Read more

Most horses affected with EMS are overweight and have abnormal fat deposits including cresty necks, fat around the tailhead Read more

When a muscle of a horse decreases in size, seemingly melting away, it’s known as muscle atrophy. When this Read more

Drylots are an effective solution to the ever-growing problem of obesity in the modern horse population, and can be Read more

There was a trend for fish oil-supplemented horses to have lower PGE2, a potent inflammatory compound, in their joints Read more

Your first step should be to get the horse away from the source of feed and assess how much Read more

Obesity and insulin resistance are common problems among horses in many countries and are key risk factors for laminitis. The combination Read more

When transporting horses, don’t rush. Provide a rest stop every 3-4 hours, and plan ahead for overnight breaks. Offer water and Read more