Can Nutrition Help a Horse Shed?
Clair Thunes, PhD
March 7, 2026
Find out how your horse’s diet could support shedding and his incoming summer coat.
Find out how your horse’s diet could support shedding and his incoming summer coat.
Experts share best practices for feeding and managing aging metabolic horses.
Discover what scientists are learning about this dynamic area of research and how we can use it to promote equine health.
Proteins and the amino acids that form them play important roles in the horse’s body, from muscle building and function to neurotransmission and hormone synthesis.
New studies highlight emerging stem cells, anti-inflammatory biologics, and joint biomaterials that may help horses with osteoarthritis stay sound longer.
How to decide if your older mare is a good candidate for breeding and improve her chances of success.
In this podcast episode two experts answer listener questions about managing horses that have metabolic problems. Sponsored by Dechra.
Use these tips to make smart mealtime decisions when feeding many types of horses.
Find out what supplements might be beneficial for horses with pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction and other metabolic problems.
Learn why dental and digestive problems in geriatric horses often go hand in hand and what you can do to help your horse thrive in his golden years.
Equine behavior experts share 4 common senior horse behavior changes you need to recognize.
Learn about common joint issues in horses and current preventive and therapeutic approaches.
Commonly known as “heaves,” equine asthma is a serious condition that requires proper diagnosis, management, and often treatment. Sponsored by Kentucky Performance Products.
An equine nutritionist explains why beet pulp might be a useful addition to your senior horse’s diet, especially during colder months.
Learn the difference between ration balancer feeds and supplements and how they benefit horses when pastures are scarce.
Find out how to safely feed horses fat and if it’s a good weight-gain solution.
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