News — horse diet
Is My Horse Fat?
Posted by Melvin Pena on
Obesity in horses is a serious and can lead to life-threatening conditions like laminitis and founder. How can you tell if your pudgy pony is a fat horse? Hannah Jones explains and suggests options you can follow to keep your horse fit and trim!
- Tags: horse diet, overgrazing
What to do if you suspect laminitis or other horse hoof problems!
Posted by April Chester on
Have you spotted signs or symptoms of laminitis or some other hoof-related horse health problem? Is your equine vet coming from a distance or unavailable immediately? Don't panic. We run down all of the practical things you can do to help and relieve your horse's situation until the vet arrives.
- Tags: hoof care, horse diet, laminitis
Preparing your horse for winter
Posted by April Chester on
From grooming and body clipping, from having enough hay to storing it safely, and from equine vaccines to horse shoes, it can be as much work getting your horse ready for winter as it does to make it through to spring! Get a head start with our handy guide.
Fall Laminitis: The Danger Is Real
Posted by April Chester on
A horse's risk for developing laminitis doesn't disappear with the leaves. As the autumn season approaches, factors like hormones, fall rains, and the amount of time and attention your horse gets can all negatively impact their health. Liv Gude has some pointers on horse care and barn management that can help you avoid fall laminitis.
- Tags: barn management tips, horse diet, laminitis
How do grazing muzzles contribute to overall horse health?
Posted by Melvin Pena on
A grazing muzzle is an investment in your horse's long-term health and well-being. Wearing a grazing muzzle allows horses, especially those prone to overgrazing, more turnout time, more social interaction with herdmates, and keeps their digestive systems working properly.