Salt is a common additive to horse feed and water, but does it have any benefits? The benefits of salt for horses Maintain good health Improves performance Protect your horse from the heat Protects from dehydration The sodium in salt is important in regulating blood pressure and maintaining normal blood volume Reduces the risk of […]
Month: January 2023
Purpose Of Amino Acids In Horses
Amino acids are the basic unit of proteins. Proteins are important for the growth and development of horses. The body uses amino acids to create new proteins, rebuild old proteins, and perform other essential functions. Amino acids are needed to make much more than muscle. Enzymes, antibodies, hemoglobin, cellular receptors, cytokines and many hormones are all […]
Horse Rugging In Winter
Horse rugging can be a valuable asset when the weather turns cold. Horses that are well-nourished and kept warm in cold weather are less likely to suffer from illness or injury. Some people also keep rugs around their horses’ stalls to help them stay comfortable and dry. But before deciding to rug your horse there are […]
Horses Prone to Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) and Cushing’s Disease (PPID)
Equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) Equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) has become more and more prevalent in our equine community. It is most often found in middle-aged horses (ages 8 to 18). EMS is characterized by a combination of three main symptoms: Obesity with regional adiposity in the neck, tail head, and supra-orbit (pouch above the eye) […]
Pain Management in Horses
Why is pain management Important? Freedom from pain is an essential part of horse welfare. Pain management plays an important role in recovery from injury or illness. In humans, the benefits of adequate management include fewer complications, earlier discharge from hospital and reduction in the development of chronic pain syndromes. Pain can have a negative […]