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, […]
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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 […]
Hair, Skin and Hoof Health Starts in the Gut
Most horse owners take gut health seriously due to the common challenges that can result from neglecting to care for the digestive tract, including colic, ulcers, weight loss, laminitis… the list goes on. It is no doubt digestive health is vital to keeping your horse happy and healthy, but did you know gut health affects […]
Increase Weight Gain, Decrease Feed Bills, Improve Gut Health
What if there was something to help your horse gain weight, and also lower your feed bills? Here is a common scenario: you buy a skinny, unthrifty horse. You feed, feed, feed the horse, but you just don’t see any improvement in his or her weight or muscling despite proper nutrition and training. If this sounds […]
