Liquid Gas, Runny Burn in Horses
Liquid Gas, Runny Burn in Horses Sound familiar? “Liquid Gas, Runny Burn in Horses.” Some of you may be wondering what that is, some of you are all too familiar with it. Liquid Gas or Runny Burn is when your horse lifts its tail and lets out gas but along with the gas a dark […]
Easy Keeper Horses And Dangers Of Lush Green Grass
Let’s talk about Easy Keeper Horses And Dangers Of Lush Green Grass. Do you have an Easy Keeper Horse and know what the dangers of Lush Green Grass are? How about what to be checking for? Winter is here and in many areas, that means lush green grass, softer hooves, more thrush, shedding coats and […]
Fall Transition And Chronic Horse Colic Tips
Fall Transition and Chronic Horse Colic Tips. Fall is just about here but in some areas the weather is still HOT! That being said, many horses will colic or find themselves in a Pre-colic situation with the Fall Transition upon us, especially horses prone to “chronic colic.” Prevention…Colic can be caused by many different factors. During […]
The Difference Between Horse Wormers
The Difference Between Horse Wormers. Not all wormers are the same. Do you know which is the best choice for your horse? Different wormers target different worms and parasites. An easy and inexpensive way to find out if your horse is infested is to get a sample of your horses manure. Your Vet will run […]
The Importance Of Salt In A Horse’s Diet And Is My Horse Tying Up
The Importance Of Salt In A Horse’s Diet And Is My Horse Tying Up? We all know that salt is important to our horses diet, right? If you are new to horse ownership you might not know yet. It is crucial that you learn about the health risks involved when a horse isn’t receiving enough […]
Does My Saddle Fit My Horse? Signs Of A Poor Saddle Fit
Your saddle may be a great and comfortable fit for you, but more importantly it must fit your horse properly. What are the signs of a poor saddle fit? A saddle needs to fit both the horse and the rider. Saddles that do not fit either the horse or the rider correctly have […]
Allergies In Horses
Allergies In Horses include both skin allergies and respiratory allergies. Skin Allergies in Horses Skin Allergies can result from topical contact and from oral ingestion. Dust, mold, pollen, bedding, and insect bites are just a few of the sources that can cause skin allergies. One of the most common causes of itching starts with the bite […]
Natural And Artificial Flavoring
From time to time we are asked to define what is meant by the terms Natural And Artificial flavoring used in Equine Challenge Horse Supplements. Natural And Artificial Flavoring Natural flavoring is the flavor that exists in the item naturally. For instance, flax has a taste, carrots and whole oats have a taste. A natural […]
Creating The Correct Diet For Your Horse
Creating The Correct Diet For Your Horse Horses by nature are grazing animals. Because their stomach empties approximately every 3-4 hours, they eat many times throughout the day. A horse’s natural diet is mainly grass, which is high in roughage. We should strive to keep our domesticated horses diets as close to what they […]
