Just like human athletes, equine athletes push their bodies to the limit. Reaching their full potential requires more than training - it takes the right nutritional support.
Managing Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy in horses
We recently discussed the problem of tying up (rhabdomyolysis) in performance horses and options when it comes to preventing and treating that condition, but in some instances horses can have...
5 secrets for conditioning your horse
Our horses are athletes, there is no question about it. Just like any other athlete they have to be properly conditioned in order to perform optimally. But how do we...
Why is horse conformation important?
Conformation in horses refers to the shape of the body and structure as dictated by the bones. While there are general rules of thumb for “good” horse conformation, there are...
Why do horses get nose bleeds? And more about EIPH in horses
Depending on which part of the equine industry you focus on, you may be very familiar with “bleeders” or you may have never heard of them before. Most common in...
The “Secret Sauce” of Racehorses May Give an Unfair Advantage At Barrel Racing Futurities
As horse owners and trainers, we know firsthand how the winter is hard on performance horses. Horses in extreme cold weather experience more stress than in any other season. When...
