Combating DSLD in Horses
Luke Bass, MS, Dipl. ABVP
September 30, 2026
Could supplements or physical therapy help keep a horse with degenerative suspensory ligament disease sound?
Could supplements or physical therapy help keep a horse with degenerative suspensory ligament disease sound?
Learn how to evaluate supplement labels, spot red flags, and decide which ingredients are worth your money in this article from the Fall 2026 issue of The Horse.
Researchers caution that more studies are needed to fully understand the effects of antioxidants on equine joint health. Here’s what they know now.
Follow these expert tips to correct common feeding mistakes and improve your horse’s gut health and overall well-being.
Researchers have suggested probiotics have limited proven benefits for most horses, while postbiotics might offer more reliable digestive and immune support during stress.
Find out how antioxidants support your horse’s overall health and how to ensure his diet provides enough of them.
Learn which calming supplement ingredients work and things to consider before choosing or administering a product to your horse.
Find out what commonly applied practices horse owners and caretakers tend to overdo.
Find out how postbiotics influence horse health and which horses might benefit from supplementation.
Note how supplements are regulated, what your horse actually needs, and the cost per active ingredient before buying a supplement.
Learn about the role of vitamin E in maintaining neuromuscular health in horses. Sponsored by Kentucky Performance Products.
Study: Essential oil blend might help metabolic horses manage insulin.
Do you struggle to get pills into your horse? A nutritionist offers advice and some precautions.
Treating equine gastric disease requires an accurate diagnosis and pharmacological therapy combined with management changes. Sponsored by Kelato.
Two equine nutritionists shed light on the do’s and don’ts of feeding your horse to promote strong and healthy hooves.
Understanding how these products work and what to look for on their labels can help you make the best decision for your horse.
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