Dr. Frank Andrews describes signs that might indicate hindgut problems in horses, from lethargy and colic to diarrhea and weight loss, in this Ask TheHorse excerpt.
Dr. Mary Beth Gordon outlines the essential role of the hindgut in horse digestion.
Delve into nutrition topics key to keeping your horse healthy and happy.
International units are used to quantify similar biologically active substances such as vitamins and hormones. One equine nutritionist explains.
Do certain concentrates increase gastric ulcer risk? A nutritionist answers this commonly asked question.
An owner seeks advice on managing a senior horse with PPID (formerly Equine Cushing’s) disease during a heat wave.
Addressing your high-energy horse’s behavior using diet might involve some trial and error. Learn what you should consider before adjusting his feeding program.
Why is the serving size of a vitamin and mineral supplement for horses so much smaller than a ration balancer serving?
Getting back to basics and simplifying meals might be the key to keeping the horse’s hindgut healthy and functioning properly.
A nutritionist explains how meeting your sport horse’s dietary needs can help keep him healthy and performing his best.
Remember these tips on leaving food and water for horses should you need to evacuate without them during a disaster.
When does a horse need selenium supplementation, and what’s the best way to provide it? An equine nutritionist weighs in.
Be sure your horse’s hoof supplement contains these minerals to ensure it will positively impact his hoof health.
One equine nutrition expert describes why a horse might choose to drink water with electrolytes over plain water.
Find out why your horse might benefit from a “dunk bucket.”
Water is one of the essential nutrients a horse’s body needs to carry out various vital functions. Here’s what to remember about supplying your horse with water.
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