By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Let me tell you about Bugsy. He was an Appendix Quarter Horse I rescued a few years ago. When he came to me, he was significantly underweight, suffered from an old stifle injury, and had a distrustful attitude. A few months later, he’d filled out, … Read More
Sheboygan, Wisconsin – Omega Fields, Inc. is excited to announce its newly launched Low Sugar & Starch horse treat – Omega Nibblers-Low Sugar& Starch (https://www.omegafields.com/equine-products/omega-nibblers-low-sugar-starch.html). Omega Nibblers Low Sugar & Starch is a nutritious, apple flavored, Omega-3 heart shaped treat supplement for horses in all life stages made from natural … Read More
Did you remember to shut the lid on your feed barrel this morning? If not, you could be welcoming pests in for a tasty snack. As a horse owner, keeping your horse safe and healthy is a number one priority. Sometimes, just a couple of changes can help keep your … Read More
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Little known fact: The cecum in a horse has its entrance and exit at the top. And you should pay attention to this because… For digested material to exit, it has to actually defy gravity! To process food, the cecum contracts to push the contents … Read More
For horse owners, optimal equine health is everything. Whether a horse has a rigorous competition schedule, is a working ranch horse or is used for pleasure, day-to-day well-being is a top priority. One of the best ways to help protect a horse and maintain good overall health is to learn … Read More
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Inflammation. The very word triggers images of pain, redness and swelling. But in the case of injury or infection, acute inflammation is actually a beneficial means of restoring the body to health. Specific cells are called into action to remove the source of injury … Read More
Understanding Common Eye Problems in Horses by Dave Sauter, DVM Horses have more than their fair share of eye problems when compared to other domestic animals. Before reviewing some of the more common problems, here are some fun facts regarding equine eyes: Horses have the largest globe of all … Read More
Keep it Simple to Keep Your Horse Healthy by Missy Wryn I hear this all the time from regular visitors, clinic participants and followers: “Your horses are never sick, what’s your secret?” Dare I tempt fate by answering that? Well, I figure it’s more important to share my horse care … Read More
Using Solar Support to Heal Compromised Hooves by Tab Pigg No matter the season, anytime wet conditions are present bacteria and fungus can get trapped in a horse’s hoof wall. Similar to human toenails, once fungus and bacteria have set in it’s very difficult to conquer. This combination of pathogens in the hoof wall is a recipe for White Line Disease. The Anatomy of White Line Disease When looking at the bottom of a horse’s hoof, there is a white line that divides the outside of the hoof wall and the sole. This part of the hoof is also … Read More
The Layman’s Guide to Addressing Soundness Issues by Allison Trimble A lame horse is no fun. Besides foiling plans and racking up vet bills, no one likes to see their horse suffer. Since I often get asked to look at a lame horse for friends and clients I thought it … Read More
