Prevention tips for Horses on Spring Grass
There are lots of horses headed for the grass right now. And depending on the horse and the grass, unlimited grazing can be a major cause of equine health problems. Too much green grass can put horses at risk for weight gain, Insulin Resistance, Cushing’s...
3 Benefits and Dangers of Feeding Alfalfa to Horses
A lot of questions and comments have been coming in lately about whether horse owners should be feeding alfalfa to their horses… Is alfalfa a suitable choice for extra calories in the winter? Will it help their horses put on weight? Will it increase performance by...
Will your horse benefit from magnesium?
Magnesium is a very well-known mineral and is used by millions of people for its health benefits. Magnesium is required for the normal function of every cell in the body and is necessary for muscle and joint health, metabolism, energy levels, and a healthy nervous...
Why the Nutrient Requirement Guidelines For Horses are Way Off The Mark
Many horse owners believe that meeting the daily nutrient requirements for their horses with a good quality hay, a complete feed, and a mineral block is enough to keep them healthy…until one day they’re not. They may start to show signs of fatigue, a dull hair coat,...