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Probiotics for Horses: What Should You Look For?

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc October 4, 2023

When choosing a probiotic for your horse, read the label carefully to ensure it addresses these concerns.

Product Review: Pala-Tech F.A./Plus Granules for Horses

Alexandra Beckstett May 15, 2023

This omega fatty acid supplement helped two horses with different pain points maintain healthy skin and hair coats.

Product Review: Elevate Natural Vitamin E for Horses

Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director May 1, 2023

Our editorial director addressed mild hindquarter atrophy in her Thoroughbred with KPP’s Elevate Natural Vitamin E.

Prebiotic Reduces Leaky Gut Syndrome in Horses Under Stress

Tanja Bornmann April 19, 2023

Researchers found that feeding a certain prebiotic product prior to transport and exercise reduced dysbiosis and leaky gut syndrome.

Feeding the Asthmatic Horse

Clair Thunes, PhD April 11, 2023

Recurrent airway obstruction is a medical condition, but feed changes might help your horse breathe better.

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How to Choose Quality Nutritional Supplements for Your Horse

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc January 5, 2023

Use SMART supplementation strategies and the ACCLAIM system to find a quality product.

What Research is Saying About Supplements for Horses

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc December 5, 2022

Scientists are studying the safety, efficacy, mechanisms of action, and pharmacokinetics of equine nutritional supplements.

Can I Feed My Horse an Acid-Buffering Supplement Long-Term?

Clair Thunes, PhD September 19, 2022

Born to forage all day, horses constantly secrete stomach acid. Acid-buffers can help meal-fed horses, but will they create future problems? Find out from our equine nutrition expert.

Probiotics in Horses

Equine Disease Quarterly July 30, 2022

The potential benefits of probiotics and how to choose the right product.

Trail Horse Hoof Care

Diane E. Rice June 15, 2022

Learn about the best trimming and shoeing practices to ensure your horse stays sound while traveling the trails.

Feeding the Picky Pre-PPID Horse

Clair Thunes, PhD May 5, 2022

A nutritionist offers ideas for getting a pre-Cushing’s horse to eat his supplements while maintaining his special diet.

Fish Oil as an Omega-3 Source for Horses; Will an Omega-3 Fat Supplement Help My Horse’s Allergies

To Boost Omega-3s, Focus on Supplement Dose, Not Duration

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA April 11, 2022

Researchers found that providing a higher dose of a fish oil supplement increased horses’ omega-3 levels better than a longer supplementation period.

Omega-3s Might Shrink a Mare’s Uterus Faster After Foaling

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA April 4, 2022

A rapid return to pre-pregnancy uterine size might improve mare fertility during foal heat.

CBD for Horses Tested For Side Effects

Betsy Lynch February 10, 2022

Researchers showed one product containing this naturally occurring hemp extract is relatively safe.

Anhidrosis in Horses

Clair Thunes, PhD July 12, 2021

Our equine nutritionist and physiology expert offers advice on managing horses that have stopped sweating.

Nutrients for Horses: What’s Trending?

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc July 4, 2021

Learn about four trendy nutritional supplements in the equine industry, the rationale for their administration, and scientific data supporting their use.