As summer rolls on, temperatures are heating up around the country. Envision yourself out riding with a friend on a hot day. After working awhile, her horse has formed a thick foam under the reins, saddle pad, between his hind legs, and is dripping from his belly. Your horse, on the other hand, is mostly […]
Category: Nutritional Health
Frequently Asked Questions About Vitalize
When it comes to your horse’s overall health and performance, maintaining its digestive health should be a top priority. That is why BioZyme® Inc., has developed Vitalize® products to help improve digestive health and gut integrity, keeping your horses healthy, looking their best and performing to their highest ability. We recently visited with Lynsey Whitacre, […]
Energy Sources for the Horse
Energy is the most basic component of ensuring maximum health and performance in all animals. Adequate energy, measured in the form of kilocalories, is needed not only to maintain body weight, but also to support overall health, performance, breeding and growth. To meet these needs, energy should be provided from three primary sources. Starches – […]
Consistency of Feed
Like many other animals, horses are creatures of habit. So, when it comes to feeding a horse, consistency is key. Arguably the most important is the consistency of the type and quality of hay and grain. This is why feeding labels and nutritionists always recommend taking several days or weeks to make changes to a […]
