Where do free radicals come from, and how do antioxidants regain control of these wayward molecules? We answer those questions and more, focusing on your horse’s main antioxidant systems.
Learn the correct body condition score for a horse going into the cold months from equine nutritionist Dr. Clair Thunes.
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.
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common equine joint disorders, affecting an estimated one in five horses. Learn about specific strategies for supporting joint health in this free fact sheet. Sponsored by Hyaluronex Joint.
Dr. Frank Andrews shares insight into how likely a horse is to have gastric ulcers. His answer might surprise you.
Dr. Marty Adams shares his thoughts on the best joint supplement ingredients for performance horses.
Dr. Marty Adams talks about hay quality, impaction colic risk, and if Bermuda hay is appropriate for feeding horses.
Nutritionist Dr. Clair Thunes talks about the best ways to keep horses fueled and hydrated during competition.
Italian researchers found higher-placed haynets significantly shorten horses’ back muscles and change their jaw angles as they eat.
Find out how to keep you, your prone-to-worry horse, and those around him safe.
Behavior and performance changes that could be associated with gastric ulcers in horses should prompt further veterinary investigation.
Drs. Clair Thunes and Marty Adams outline what constitutes a performance horse and their unique dietary needs to support athletic training.
The trial might help answer questions about nutraceuticals’ effects on horse joint health.
Is your horse getting the nutrition he needs to reach his athletic potential? Are you looking to build his topline or increase his stamina? Equine nutritionists answer these questions and more. Sponsored by ProElite.
Targeted nutrition can sustain performance horses’ gut and cellular health during the stress of travel and competition.
Fasting a horse overnight prior to giving an omeprazole dose to treat ulcers improves treatment outcomes, especially for glandular ulcers, a researcher found.
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