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Antioxidants: Who needs them?
We frequently hear of antioxidants, but are unsure what that really means. We know they’re good for you. But how can we leverage this information for our horses? Oxidative Damage...
Antioxidants: Who needs them?
We frequently hear of antioxidants, but are unsure what that really means. We know they’re good for you. But how can we leverage this information for our horses? Oxidative Damage...
Heavy Metals in the Horse’s Diet
It’s commonly known that horses need trace minerals that may be absent in the diet. Common ones are copper, zinc, and sometimes manganese. Rarely, are the toxic heavy metals discussed....
Heavy Metals in the Horse’s Diet
It’s commonly known that horses need trace minerals that may be absent in the diet. Common ones are copper, zinc, and sometimes manganese. Rarely, are the toxic heavy metals discussed....
How ALCAR helps build muscle
We’ve previously discussed the use of acetyl l-carnitine (ALCAR) for chronic hoof pain. This newsletter further discusses the potential benefits of ALCAR. ALCAR has important functions, especially in regards to...
How ALCAR helps build muscle
We’ve previously discussed the use of acetyl l-carnitine (ALCAR) for chronic hoof pain. This newsletter further discusses the potential benefits of ALCAR. ALCAR has important functions, especially in regards to...
Regaining Muscle in the Spring
Spring is finally here. Off come the horse blankets. The horses are shedding out their big winter coats. As you’re brushing your horse, you realize, to your horror, that your...
Regaining Muscle in the Spring
Spring is finally here. Off come the horse blankets. The horses are shedding out their big winter coats. As you’re brushing your horse, you realize, to your horror, that your...
Molds in Horse Feed
Despite our best efforts, sometimes we’re faced with mold issues. Whether it’s hay, pasture, bedding, or bagged feed, we sometimes need to throw feed out, or change what we feed....
Molds in Horse Feed
Despite our best efforts, sometimes we’re faced with mold issues. Whether it’s hay, pasture, bedding, or bagged feed, we sometimes need to throw feed out, or change what we feed....
Supporting the Equine Digestive System
Let’s review the functions of the digestive system: ➡ Breaks down food into a simple form to prepare for absorption ➡ Absorbs nutrients ➡ Contains the microbiome which aid in digestion ➡ Acts as a barrier with tight-junctions...
Supporting the Equine Digestive System
Let’s review the functions of the digestive system: ➡ Breaks down food into a simple form to prepare for absorption ➡ Absorbs nutrients ➡ Contains the microbiome which aid in digestion ➡ Acts as a barrier with tight-junctions...