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What's in the bin? Mid-sized Pony
A sample diet for a mid-sized pony
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Jun 2, 20251 min read


Understanding How Horses See the World: A Deep Dive into Horse Vision
Understanding the intricacies of horse vision can provide valuable insights into their behavior and wellbeing.
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May 20, 20255 min read


Oils in Your Horse's Diet
Oils are a valuable source of energy, promoting a glossy coat, supporting joint health, and aiding with digestion. Significant oil...
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May 9, 20256 min read


What is Anhidrosis?
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.
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May 4, 20252 min read


Understanding Grain-Free Feeds for Horses
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.
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Apr 16, 20253 min read


Hoof Shape and Thrush
Hoof thrush is a common bacterial infection that affects the frog of a horse's hoof, leading to foul-smelling discharge, and discomfort.
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Mar 2, 20253 min read


EPSM/PSSM in Horses
Equine Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy (EPSM) is a common genetic muscle disorder which leads to muscle damage and dysfunction
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Feb 23, 20254 min read


Understanding Windsucking Behavior in Horses
Windsucking - causes, treatments. What the research says about this persistent behaviour.
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Jan 23, 20254 min read


Why We're Obsessed With Colour
Colour in horses is an indicator of underlying health issues, often related to nutritional deficiencies, particularly in trace minerals.
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Jan 17, 20254 min read


What you've been told about Magnesium Absorption and Bioavailability might be wrong
When selecting a magnesium supplement, consider the concentration and bioavailability of different products.
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Jan 8, 20253 min read


What is Normal Urine?
Qualities of urine and manure can give us valuable information about our horse's health.
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Dec 24, 20243 min read


Managing Biting Insects
Managing biting insects for horses to prevent skin irritation and illness.
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Dec 10, 20243 min read


Common Respiratory Conditions in Horses
What are some common respiratory conditions in horses and their treatments?
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Nov 14, 20243 min read


5 of the Most Toxic Weeds on Equine Properties
As an equine property owner in Australia, it's crucial to be aware of the invasive weeds that can pose a threat to your horse's health.
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Nov 9, 20244 min read


Feeding for Strong Bones
One of the foundational elements of horse health is bone strength. Proper nutrition plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy bones.
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Oct 28, 20243 min read


Diving Deeper: Acute vs. Chronic Illness
Acute illnesses usually come on rapidly and resolve whereas chronic illnesses are often preventable or at least delayed with good choices.
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Oct 22, 20244 min read


Equine Teeth
Understanding how your horse's teeth work will help you make decisions about their husbandry.
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Oct 12, 20243 min read


Understanding and Managing Laminitis in Horses
Laminitis, or 'founder' is a common and painful condition that affects horses' hooves, causing lameness and discomfort.
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Oct 3, 20243 min read


What is that lump?
Horses can develop lumps for various reasons. Here are some common causes:
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Sep 21, 20244 min read


Reading Your Feedbag
Horse feed bags - from deciphering technical jargon to understanding ingredient quality. Reading information on horse feed bags made easy.
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Sep 15, 20243 min read
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