What is Equine Insulin Resistance

What Is Equine Insulin Resistance  It was thought 30 years ago that horses were immune to the affects of IR or Diabetes. Horses are alleged to have been on planet Earth for 4 million years. So why in such a relatively short period of time are horses so dramatically compromised by diabetes? What is Equine […]

Fall Transition And Chronic Horse Colic Tips

Fall Transition and Chronic Horse Colic Tips.  Fall is just about here but in Central California our weather is still HOT! We are looking at upcoming temps of 112 degrees, but by the end of the month, low 90’s. That being said, many horses will colic or find themselves in a Pre-colic situation with the […]

Soy In Horse Feeds The Silent Antinutrient

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.  The horse’s body can only absorb a limited amount of iron from foods and supplements.  It is easier for a body to absorb a higher percentage of heme iron […]

First Aid Kit For Horses

Horses can and will get themselves into situations that require medical attention. First Aid Kit For Horses.  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.  More times […]

Treating Sweet Itch In Horses

Let’s talk abut Treating Sweet Itch In Horses.  Sweet itch (also known as summer itch or seasonal dermatitis) is believed to be an allergic reaction to the saliva of certain biting flies and the female culicodes midge, which can cause severe skin irritation.  Sweet Itch symptoms include intense itching (you may see the affected horse spending […]

Why Does My Horse Eat Manure

Why Does My Horse Eat Manure A common question from customers is “Why Does My Horse Eat Manure”.  Most people think that their horse is lacking something in its diet.  The truth is many horses begin to eat manure for several reasons to include stress, boredom, nervousness, lacking roughage in the diet or an imbalance […]

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?  Summer is here and in many areas, that can still mean lush green grass, softer hooves, more thrush, shedding […]

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 […]