While no single mineral “creates” dapples, certain nutrients are essential for coat health and pigmentation

Scours, or diarrhea, can be a common issue among horses that causes dehydration and discomfort. It isn’t just a messy inconvenience. It’s a red flag that something’s gone awry in the gut, and in adult horses, it often signals hindgut dysfunction, particularly in the caecum and colon where fluid reabsorption normally occurs.

Most owners of horses with metabolic dysfunction know that they should avoid feeds that are high in sugar, but here are the reasons you also should consider limiting starch.

Now is also the time to start preparing for Itch season. If your horse typically suffers from Itch, giving them the building blocks for a robust immune function will set them up for less suffering when summer comes.

A study released in August this year in the Journal of Equine Veterinary Science into contaminants in horse feeds has found that “99 % (n = 107) of the samples tested positive for fungal metabolites, particularly Fusarium metabolites, unspecific metabolites, and pesticide residues."

Salt is a cornerstone of equine health. What does it do in the body? What forms are best and how much should you supply?

Can summer coats be maintained longer by stabling your horse under lights?

Ensuring that your horse gets enough iodine in the diet is critical to supporting thyroid function and producing thyroid hormones that regulate almost every cell of the body

Horses don’t chew cud like ruminants but instead rely on microbial fermentation in the cecum and colon (hindgut) to break down cellulose and produce volatile fatty acids (VFAs) for energy.

Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, which are essential for muscle development, tissue repair, enzyme production, and overall equine health.

Performance horses are often successful because they are curious, bold, and thrive on challenges and novelty. Even though their joints and muscles might keep them from the arena, that doesn’t mean we can’t stimulate their minds.

There are various types of dewormers available in the market, each designed to target specific parasites and provide effective protection for your horse's health.

A sample diet for a mid-sized pony

Understanding the intricacies of horse vision can provide valuable insights into their behavior and wellbeing.

Oils are a valuable source of energy, promoting a glossy coat, supporting joint health, and aiding with digestion.  Significant oil...

Anhidrosis in horses is a condition where they can't sweat properly. Sweating is crucial for horses to cool down, especially in hot and humid weather or during exercise.

The difficultly with feedbags that have pelletised, micronised or extruded feeds is that you can't see what it actually is. Here are some recent "no grain" alternatives and what they actually contain.

Windsucking - causes, treatments. What the research says about this persistent behaviour.

Colour in horses is an indicator of underlying health issues, often related to nutritional deficiencies, particularly in trace minerals. 

When selecting a magnesium supplement, consider the concentration and bioavailability of different products.