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Eleanor Blazer

Eleanor Blazer was raised training and caring for horses. She learned to ride and care for the horses her family bought and sold. Many of these horses required improved nutrition when they arrived for training. Eleanor’s experience and research has benefited both horses and horse lovers in the field of equine nutrition. An equine nutrition consultant, based in Bulverde, Texas, she keeps busy doing equine nutrition consultations, conducting seminars, and speaking to youth groups about horse care and nutrition. Eleanor is the author of the syndicated column The Way of Horses. She has more than 20 years experience helping and being a mentor to those wanting to know how to provide the very best care and nutrition for our special friend – the horse.

Lunch from the Lawn Mower

August 5, 2020June 1, 2012 by Eleanor Blazer

Are Grass Clippings Good for Your Horse? by Eleanor Blazer You might think feeding lawn clippings to horses makes sense. After all horses are designed to eat grass, but think again. The sensitive equine digestive system does not tolerate change. Anytime you introduce new feed to a horse it must be … Read More

Diatomaceous Earth and Parasite Control

August 5, 2020April 1, 2012 by Eleanor Blazer

Are there Beneficial Skeletons in Your Barn? by Eleanor Blazer Skeletal remains found in horse barn! In many barns across the country skeletal remains of ancient microscopic single celled algae called diatoms may be found. When entering a barn that is known to harbor diatoms, the best place to find … Read More

How to Measure Your Horse for a Blanket

June 30, 2020February 1, 2012 by Eleanor Blazer

Shopping For Horse Wear by Eleanor Blazer You’ve decided your horse needs a blanket. It’s time to go shopping! First determine size, weight and material of the blanket. To figure out what size your horse needs, you’ll have to do some measuring. Begin by putting a halter and lead rope on … Read More

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