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Simple acts today… help create a better tomorrow To ensure that all the general health needs your animals are met, try our Daily Health mix and for a Fall detox, our Liver Support mix Susan Moore didn’t set out to run a company mixing and distributing herbal … Read More
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Horses are more likely to suffer from laminitis in the fall than any other time of year. Two reasons – high NSC (non-structural carbohydrates) from cooler nighttime temperatures and increased blood ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone) secretion from the pituitary gland. Both of these lead to … Read More
At some point, nearly every horse will need a leg wrap or bandage. However, an inappropriate bandage application can cause as many problems as a well-applied bandage can prevent. The key to successful bandaging begins with the proper materials and application. So, before you reach for the nearest … Read More
Annual Veterinary Visit Can Improve Overall Health by David Sauter, DVM An annual wellness examination by your veterinarian is a great way to assess your horse’s overall health. The purpose of the wellness examination in a horse is similar to that of a human wellness exam. The focus is … Read More
Respiratory Health in the Senior Horse By Jennifer Roberts For those of us privileged enough to care for a senior horse, we know that it is an honor to show a horse through their golden years. We provide them the highest quality forage, the best grain and the utmost care. … Read More
Weanling horses require additional support and feeding adjustments as they grow. Shoreview, Minn. [August 8, 2017] – As summer ends and your foal continues to grow and gain independence, it’s time to think about the nutrition requirements of your weanling horse. This can be a stressful time, both emotionally and nutritionally. … Read More
Horses waste 60% of a round bale. With a Texas Haynet, they waste less than 10%. Eliminating waste is one of many reasons horse owners are switching to slow feeding. The Texas Haynet is a slow feed hay net, mimicking intake speed of natural grazing and allowing animals … Read More
Yearly Oral Exam Important for Horse Health by Lindsay Helvey, DVM Dentistry is an important part of your horse’s general healthcare. An oral exam is recommended yearly to help monitor normal wear and identify potential problems. Discomfort in the mouth can lead to poor weight, decreased performance and bad … Read More
Planning to medicate your horse? Deworm? Calculate feed? You absolutely need to know how much he or she weighs. But without a commercial scale, how do you do that? A weight tape provides an estimated weight, but for a closer approximation, Dr. Juliet Getty shares this handy formula for figuring your horse’s … Read More
New product line is formulated to support gastric health and proper pH in horses. Shoreview, Minn. [July 24, 2017] – Purina Animal Nutrition’s new product line is formulated to support gastric health in horses. Outlast™ Gastric Support Supplement, Race Ready® GT and Ultium® Gastric Care horse feeds are available at participating retailers. Research shows … Read More
