Stereotypic behaviors are repetitive, abnormal behaviors that can develop in horses, usually in those that...
Explained: Stereotypic Behaviors in Horses
Stereotypic behaviors are repetitive, abnormal behaviors that can develop in horses, usually in those that are kept confined for much of the day. In fact, researchers believe that anywhere between...
The Missing Piece to Solving Cribbing in Horses
Cribbing, also known as windsucking, is a behavior that is commonly heard of in the world outside of horses, but no one seems to really understand what it is or...
What you need to know about the margo plicatus
Published: January 2021 | Updated: September 2022 Equine stomach function and anatomy probably isn’t at the forefront of most horse owners’ thoughts. However, there are a few things performance horse...
6 Tips to Prevent Ulcers in Your Performance Horse
Researchers have estimated that 90% of racehorses, 70% of endurance horses, and 60% of show horses are affected by gastric ulcers. This means that many performance horses in western disciplines...
Is alfalfa good for horses with ulcers?
Ulcers are common in performance horses, and even many non-performance horses suffer from ulcers as well (1,2). Generally, ulcers are found in the upper region of the equine stomach that...
The #1 best practice for treating ulcers in horses naturally
Key Takeaways: The type and length of ulcer treatment for horses that your veterinarian prescribes will depend on the exact location in the stomach, as well as the severity of...
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