There has always been a common myth that when the weather changes, the instances of colic in the barn increase. But is this true? Can a simple change in temperature, barometric pressure or location affect your horse’s health? A recent study says it may. The study, conducted at the University of Pennsylvania in 2017, stated there […]
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Four Tips Before Your Trip
Did you know the #1 way to induce ulcers in horses for clinical trials is putting them on a trailer and driving them around? 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 Team Vitalize®’s 2020 Olympic Silver Medalist Laura Kraut and […]
Cowboy with Horsepower Rises to the Top
When fractions of a second matter, there’s only one things that is important to world champion steer wrestler Tyler Pearson: a confident horse. He relies on his equine partner to have confidence, speed and heart. That’s why he’s one of the best steer wrestlers in the business as well as one of the best horse trainers around for the sport. […]
Vitalize® Ambassador Shares her Passion Around the Globe
Hope Thompson wasn’t born with a rope in her hand. In fact, she wasn’t even born into a rodeo family. However, once her mom started rescuing horses, it didn’t take her long to pick up a rope, and she hasn’t looked back. “We didn’t even have a fence. And then my mom rescued some horses and […]
