Horse feed is expensive. And as long as you have horses, you can’t avoid spending money on it. Feed costs here come in the form of forage (pasture and hay), grains or concentrates, as well as supplements. Taking care of your horse can take a lot of ...
Although most horse specialists determine a horse to be a senior at 15-years-old, many horses live 30 plus years. It is not unusual to see a 20-year-old horse running and playing like its younger counterparts. Environment, genetics, healthcare and nutrition...
Nutritional preparation for equines, in general, should always be consulted by your veterinarian; however, knowing your own horse well and paying attention to the changes made by their diet is important. Hydration is key, and I would even say it is the...
A horse needs protein in their diet for strength, training, and power. But protein is necessary for other important reasons apart from just building muscle. It is an essential component of many body tissues, plus enzymes, antibodies, and hormones. T...
For those of you who made the choice to follow Penny on Facebook, this will come as no surprise, but she is still doing remarkably well! Penny now has more strength and stamina; she is staying in shape thanks to a variety of small riders, being lung...
The Prezwalski's horse also known as a Dzungarian horse is a rare and endangered breed, native to central Asia. The breed is the only true wild horse remaining in the world today and was reintroduced to Khustain Nuruu National Park in Mongolia starting...
I would have to say that one of the most common issues I run into with horses is hidden tension in the jaw and poll. Sometimes it’s a mental issue, and sometimes it’s a physical one. Issues at the poll are like having a very bad headache. It clouds your...
Horses need a lot of care. Their eating habits are a bit difficult to follow if you are not used to it. They are not like other animals. They often suffer from colic and need to be dolled. So, what are the main aspects you need to know in order to ensure...
The thrill that you feel while on the road with your horse comes at a cost. Without a doubt, traveling is an uphill task for your horse. Despite the diet and care you have provided, more supplements are needed when they are on the go. Equine researchers...
Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) refers to lesions that form in the tissue lining of a horse’s stomach. Recent years and the advances in endoscopy technology have seen a much greater awareness of the extent of this problem, its severity and its ...
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