Can Athletic Horses Perform on a Forage-Only Diet?
Many performance horses are fed high-starch concentrates like grains to meet their energy needs. But recent studies show that horses can perform (even win races) on high-energy forage-only diets.
Protect Your Horse from “Big Head”
Did you know some common Australian grasses can steal calcium from your horse’s diet, leading to serious bone problems? If your horse grazes on sub-tropical pastures, you’ll want to read on!
Is Your Horse Getting Enough Salt?
Salt is essential in your horse’s diet to prevent dehydration. “Dehydration of just 2-3% can reduce a horse’s performance by up to 10%, according to Dr. Eleanor Kellon, a renowned expert in equine nutrition.” It plays a critical role in maintaining their overall health, energy, and performance. Here’s what you need to know about why…
DO HORSES NEED CHAFF?
Why don’t you need to feed a horse chaff? What happens when you feed a horse chaff? Why is hay important for ulcers? SHOULD CHAFF BE INCLUDED IN A HORSE’S DIET When formulating a healthy diet for your horse, should chaff be included? There are many aspects to consider, as horses are what we call…
FABA BEANS for Horses (Tick Beans) – Equine Superfood
Recent research highlights Faba Beans’ distinct nutritional profile, along with their prebiotic, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which can significantly enhance horse health and performance.
Oil Type Influences Red Blood Cells
The Research On Omega 3 Oil Compared to Omega 6 Oil In a recent landmark study (1), compared the effect of two oil types – One oil type High in Omega 3 (57%) and one oil type Low in Omega 3 (8%) – A 40 horse test population (20 mares and 20 stallions) received 25mL…
Control The Uncontrollable – CEN Frisky Mare Benefits
The new release CEN Frisky Mare supplement is formulated to help maintain the hormonal balance of mares and to help address specific behavioral concerns in horses.
Is Your Oil Really Cold Pressed?
You’ve seen the phrases “Cold Pressed” and/or “First Cold Pressed” on the labels of Flaxseed Oil for horses… but do you know what they actually mean? Let’s reveal the truth behind both phrases so you can make an informed choice when reading a label and choosing a safe Flaxseed Oil for your horse. Is Flaxseed…
