For some athletes crisscrossing the United States to compete in their sport of choice is not a big deal. They make sure to stay healthy, take their vitamins, rest when they can and drink plenty of water. However, when those athletes rely on a four-legged equine partner to compete in their sport, the relocation and […]
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Stress-Induced Digestive Upset Associated with Microbial Imbalance
Before the rooster crows, you and your horses are already loaded up and on the road to your next event. Competition brings joy, excitement and butterflies to our stomachs, so imagine how your horse could be feeling? You guessed it, traveling and competing can bring great stress to our four-legged friends, but they will often […]
Vitalize Equine Recovery Gel: The Ultimate “Pick-me-up”
“Coffee is to humans as recovery gel is to horses…. “ Sometimes we humans need a little “pick me up” when we are feeling tired, stressed or sick, and the same is true for our four-legged friends. Okay, maybe this analogy isn’t perfect. Although coffee does help us jump-start our day and help us feel […]
Four Tips Before Your Trip
The bumpy roads, strange environments and routine changes that come with hauling only mean one thing for horses: STRESS! Whether you are going across the pond—like many of the FEI World Equestrian Games competitors—or just a few hours down the road, travel stress and anxiety plays an enormous role in equine health and performance. […]