Improving Dry Equine Skin and Coats With Nutrition
Clair Thunes, PhD
April 20, 2025
Do you have a horse with flaky skin and a dry mane and tail? The right feed might help.
Do you have a horse with flaky skin and a dry mane and tail? The right feed might help.
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Not all carbohydrates are created equal, and “low-carb” definitely doesn’t mean “no-carb.” A nutritionist explains.
A nutrition expert offers advice on preventing weight gain and boredom while a hefty horse is on stall rest.
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