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Choosing Salt and Mineral Blocks for Horses
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Jun 6, 2022
Choosing between plain white salt blocks, red mineralized blocks, rock salt on ropes, and more can be challenging. Our nutritionist offers advice on the best way to supplement salt in your horse’s diet.
Read More7 Dietary Deficiencies in Horses
by Chelsie J. Huseman, MS, PhD | Nov 8, 2021
Providing a balanced diet that meets your horse’s nutritional needs and being aware of possible shortcomings are vital for his care. Read about seven aspects of your horse’s diet that might not be up to par.
Read MoreUrine Test Developed for Vitamin-E-Related Disease Screening
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 7, 2021
Veterinarians could soon determine which horses are at risk of certain neurologic diseases through a simple urine test that reveals how a horse breaks down vitamin E.
Read MoreTree-Eaters: Why Horses Chew Trees and What To Do About It
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | May 17, 2021
Horses might chew trees for a variety of reasons, such as boredom or nutritional deficiency. Learn about the benefits and risks, and how to protect your horses and your trees.
Read MoreIs Vitiligo in Horses Related to Copper Deficiency?
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Oct 12, 2020
Vitiligo results in depigmentation of a horse’s skin and might be related to stress or a nutritional deficiency. Research into the condition is limited. Here’s what we know.
Read MoreDo Horses Need Vitamin D Supplementation?
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Oct 5, 2020
If you live at northern latitudes, you might lack vitamin D. But what about your horse?
Read MoreHow to Test a Horse for Vitamin E Deficiency
by Carrie Finno, DVM, PhD | Jun 1, 2020
What is the best way to test for vitamin E deficiency, and how often should you test your horse? Dr. Carrie Finno of the University of California, Davis, offers advice.
Read MoreEquine Essentials: The Importance of Vitamin E
by Michelle Anderson | May 14, 2020
Few horses are lucky enough to have constant, year-round access to fresh, green grass, which provides the best natural source of vitamin E. This powerful antioxidant supports muscle and nerve health. Is your horse getting enough? Learn about horses’ vitamin E requirements and how to prevent deficiencies during this live event. Sponsored by Kentucky Performance Products.
Read MoreCost-Effective Horse Feeding
by Heather Smith Thomas | Apr 6, 2020
Find out how to design an affordable feeding program without compromising your horse’s health.
Read MoreFeeding Horses Chia: Consider Calcium and Phosphorus Balance
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Apr 6, 2020
Chia is calcium-rich, but inverted calcium-to-phosphorus ratios can cause horses big problems. Here’s what to know.
Read MoreDetermining Cause of Weight Loss in Horses
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Feb 24, 2020
Learn about steps veterinarians can take to figure out why a horse is losing weight.
Read MoreEquine Nutritional Deficiencies: Hair Analysis vs. Bloodwork
by Clair Thunes, PhD | Feb 17, 2020
Here’s a look at what hair analysis and bloodwork each can tell you about your horse’s nutritional health.
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