What is a prebiotic? A prebiotic is an ingredient that promotes the health and growth of microorganisms already living in your horse's digestive tract. Prebiotics consist of various naturally occurring lactic acid-producing bacteria that encourage the growth of…
Why is laminitis an issue in autumn? There are two main times during the year when grass can be a factor in causing a laminitic response; spring and autumn. There is a lot of published…
We do not know exactly how many horses and ponies have ulcers or suffer from EGUS. Some reports state about 25-50% of foals and 60 – 90% in performance horses. It is likely, that a…
If a horse is ingesting more calories than it is burning, it is inevitable that it will increase in weight and become a fat horse, just like a human would. Excess carbohydrates or fats are…
Why is dehydration in horses dangerous? Water is not just important for horses, it is essential. Water makes up to 70% of the horse and has been described as the forgotten nutrient. It is critical…
What is bleeding in horses? ‘Bleeding’ in horses is a term for two related equine conditions: Exercise-Induced Pulmonary Haemorrhage (EIPH) and Inflammatory Airway Disease (IAD). EIPH results from a very high pressure in the pulmonary…
