Foaling is a very exciting time. Soon new life will be on the ground and ready to take on the world! But the initial care of a newborn foal and of mare are important to ensuring a healthy and happy life. Follow these tips to jump-start your foal’s health this summer! Be Attentive Once the […]
Olympic Show-Jumper is Dedicated to the Sport of Equine Business
Life is about choices. For one business school graduate, the choice was simple. She preferred returning to the family business of long days, weeks away from home and working with equine clients over the hustle and bustle of corporate life behind a desk. “The best part of my job is the pleasure to work with […]
Hindgut vs. Gastric Ulcers in Horses
Jan Byyny, professional eventing trainer and rider, recently said, “I think the more you can care for the horses to meet their gut health needs, the better and more relaxed they are going to be when they perform.” She’s right. Isn’t a healthy, comfortable horse going to be a happier, more competitive animal? Of course, […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Equine Gastric Health
Gastric health is achieved when the stomach is free of disease and discomfort. Unfortunately, in performance horses the incidence of gastric discomfort is high. The horse’s stomach continuously secretes hydrochloric acid throughout the day and night, regardless if feed has been ingested. High acid in the stomach, especially in an empty stomach, predisposes the horse […]
