Everywhere you look, there are choices. And don’t we as humans appreciate our choices?! We have a choice each morning of what to wear to work or school. There’s a choice of 31 flavors at our favorite ice cream store. We even have choices of unlimited television programming most evenings. Sometimes too many choices aren’t […]
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Your Horse: Hindgut Fermentation Explored
Horse Hindgut Fermentation Horses are hindgut fermenters. But so are rhinos, rabbits, some rodents, and lovable-looking koalas. What does that mean, exactly? What is horse hindgut fermentation? Well, if you’ve been in many horse barns, it might mean that the fecal matter you clean up comes packaged in nice little balls. However, when we are […]
Understanding Horse Leg Anatomy is Key to Bone, Muscle Health
We can’t care for what we don’t understand. And when it comes to caring for our equine companions, two things are of upmost importance – their gut health and their legs. Understanding horse leg anatomy is crucial for maintaining your animal’s bone and muscle health and overall soundness. When it comes to a horse’s leg, […]
Be Proactive in Preventing Gastric Ulcers in Horses
Gastric Ulcers in Horses When Benjamin Franklin said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” people hadn’t even discovered gastric ulcers in horses. However, many horse owners now hear the term gastric ulcers more than we want to. Gastric ulcers are caused by the erosion of the stomach lining due to prolonged […]
