Today, we tackle hay, an essential yet often overlooked component of an equine diet.Hay provides most of the calories and nutrition horses need, especially in colder climates. However, it is not always the first place we look when issues arise. Since hay is dried...
As spring approaches, many horse owners become concerned about what the grass returning could mean for their more sugar-sensitive horses, as those horses usually have a history of metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, PPID, PSSM, laminitis, and hoof problems....
Today, we share seven key pointers to help you, as a horse owner, plan a parasite control program for your horse. In this episode, you will learn how to formulate a parasite program and how to prepare your horse for it. We will also explain how to schedule your...
This week, we are following up on last week’s topic about the adverse effects of parasites on our horses by talking about fecal egg counts.As horse owners, it is essential to understand what fecal egg counts are, the valuable information they provide, and how to use...
As spring approaches, it is time to start thinking about parasite management. Parasites are a complicated topic that often gets oversimplified when searching for information. A holistic approach always considers the intestinal immunity of each horse, as that varies...
