There are many possible factors believed to contribute to foals being born with contracted or lax tendons (congenital flexural limb deformities). These include intrauterine positioning,...
Read MoreGrass, Hay, Fibre and Short Chain Fatty Acids
When we transition from winter into spring or from summer into autumn/fall weather, we can suddenly find that our horses have increasing amounts of green...
Read MoreNon-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) and ovulation in the broodmare
The use of NSAIDs can have a negative impact on a mare’s reproductive activity. A study published in 2015 found that both phenylbutazone (bute/PBZ) and...
Read MoreSTRESS: What is stress exactly when it relates to horses? And what do we need to consider?
When we talk about stress in equines, we often think of those horses and ponies that never settle, constantly spook, pace the fence line in...
Read MoreThe Importance of Salt for Horses and Ponies
Whether you’re somewhere in the world currently enjoying warmer weather, or contrastingly, at the other end of the spectrum and starting to experience cooler conditions,...
Read MoreWhy do horses and ponies turn their backs to the cold during inclement weather?
Our horses and ponies have many natural ways to help them keep warm in cold weather. One of these ways is increasing their metabolic rate....
Read MoreFeeding Horses and Ponies in Cold Weather
Our horses and ponies have many natural and effective ways to help them keep warm during cold weather. One of these mechanisms is to increase...
Read MoreRugging (Blanketing): Increasing the Risk of Laminitis, Insulin Resistance & Equine Metabolic Syndrome.
As we transition from early autumn/fall and get closer to winter, the conversations around when to start rugging/blanketing and what rug(s) to put on your...
Read MoreColic in Horses and Ponies
Colic is the leading reported cause of death in horses. Various types of colic can occur in equines including: spasm in the colon; gas build...
Read MoreAn Introduction to Off The Track Thoroughbreds (OTTB)
Among the many breeds and types of horses available to riders, off the track thoroughbreds (OTTB) are a highly popular choice of mount. And for...
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