Our commitment to education is why we continue to publish resources on topics such as hoof health, digestive health, insulin resistance, vitamin and mineral nutrition, and forage-based feeding.
Many horse owners assume a ration balancer must be a pelleted, bagged feed. But a ration balancer is defined by its nutritional purpose—not its physical form. Learn what makes a feed a feed, what a ration balancer actually does, how supplements differ, and why concentrated vitamin and mineral products can play an important role in balancing a forage-based diet.
Ever wondered what all those numbers and ingredients on a horse feed or supplement label really mean? Learn how to read a horse nutrition label, understand crude protein, fat and fiber, evaluate ingredients, and look beyond the guaranteed analysis to make smarter nutrition choices for your horse.
Vitamin E plays an important role in protecting horse muscle cells from oxidative stress. Learn how vitamin E supports healthy muscles, performance and recovery—and why horses eating stored hay may need closer attention to their vitamin E intake.
Understanding NSC in horse supplements can help horse owners make better nutritional decisions for metabolic horses. Learn what NSC means, how sugar and starch are measured, why forage matters most, and what to consider when choosing supplements for horses prone to insulin resistance, EMS or laminitis.
Is biotin or lysine more important for horse hoof growth? Discover the 11 key nutrients—including biotin, lysine, methionine, zinc, copper, magnesium and B vitamins—that help support strong, healthy hoof growth from the inside out.
Selenium is a vital trace mineral that supports muscle health, immune function, reproduction, and antioxidant protection in horses. Learn the signs of selenium deficiency, how soil and forage affect selenium levels, why Vitamin E works alongside selenium, and how to safely provide the right balance for your horse’s long-term health.
Electrolytes are essential for hydration, muscle function, and performance—but not every horse needs them every day. Learn when electrolyte supplementation is beneficial, how horses lose electrolytes, and the best practices for keeping your horse hydrated and performing at its best.
Soy In Horse Feeds The Silent Antinutrient. Check those feed tag labels! Many horses are allergic to the soy that is in the horse feeds today.
Whether you are new to owning horses and in the process of finding out, or a long time horse owner, the truth is that horses can and will get themselves into situations that require medical attention.
