Feeding Horses With Neuromuscular Disorders
A correct diet can make these sometimes-debilitating conditions manageable.
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Clair Thunes, PhD, is an equine nutritionist who owns Clarity Equine Nutrition, based in Gilbert, Arizona. She works as a consultant with owners/trainers and veterinarians across the United States and globally to take the guesswork out of feeding horses and provides services to select companies. As a nutritionist she works with all equids, from WEG competitors to Miniature donkeys and everything in between. Born in England, she earned her undergraduate degree at Edinburgh University, in Scotland, and her master’s and doctorate in nutrition at the University of California, Davis. Growing up, she competed in a wide array of disciplines and was an active member of the U.K. Pony Club. Today, she serves as the district commissioner for the Salt River Pony Club.
Posted by Clair Thunes, PhD | May 11, 2015 | Article, Equine Degenerative Myelopathy, Equine Motor Neuron Disease (EMND), Feeding Foals and Young Horses, Feeding High-Performance Horses, Feeding Old Horses, Muscle and Joint Problems, Nutrition, Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy (PSSM), Special Needs Nutrition, Vitamins & Minerals
A correct diet can make these sometimes-debilitating conditions manageable.
Read MorePosted by Clair Thunes, PhD | Dec 29, 2014 | Hoof Care, Hoof Care & Balance, Media, Podcasts, Supplements
Equine nutritionist Dr. Clair Thunes addresses listener questions about using biotin to improve hoof and coat health.
Read MorePosted by Clair Thunes, PhD | Dec 22, 2014 | Draft Breeds, Horse Care, Media, Miniature Horse, Nutrition, Nutrition Basics, Podcasts
Listeners wonder if feeding guidelines for average-sized horses apply to Draft and Miniature Horses as well.
Read MorePosted by Clair Thunes, PhD | Dec 8, 2014 | Podcasts
An equine nutritionist shares information about this popular ingredient in calming supplements.
Read MorePosted by Clair Thunes, PhD | Nov 30, 2014 | Podcasts
Dr. Clair Thunes offers advice on feeding sensitive horses that seem to get hot on certain diets.
Read MorePosted by Clair Thunes, PhD | Nov 24, 2014 | Podcasts
Equine nutritionist Dr. Clair Thunes shares information about two popular horse feed choices, beet pulp and rice bran.
Read MorePosted by Clair Thunes, PhD | Nov 16, 2014 | Podcasts
Equine nutritionist Dr. Clair Thunes addresses a horse owner’s concerns about feeding red clover over the winter.
Read MorePosted by Clair Thunes, PhD | Nov 3, 2014 | Podcasts
A listener keeps her retired show jumper on pasture and feeds him oats, but he keeps gaining weight. Equine nutritionist Dr. Clair Thunes offers advice.
Read MorePosted by Clair Thunes, PhD | Oct 27, 2014 | Podcasts
Dr. Clair Thunes shares her thoughts on if horses should get red or white salt blocks.
Read MorePosted by Clair Thunes, PhD | Oct 20, 2014 | Podcasts
Dr. Clair Thunes weighs the benefits of using a slow-feeding haynet against feeding horses on the ground with their head down.
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