In October 2024, Hubble, a 23-year-old pony, returned to his owner after a one-year lease. During the lease, he was housed with a senior Thoroughbred. Due to the high caloric needs of his senior companion, Hubble was managed on a...
Electrolyte imbalance in horses occur when key minerals in the blood, such as sodium, potassium, and calcium, rise above or fall below their healthy ranges. Electrolytes are essential for maintaining fluid balance, transmitting nerve signals, and supporting normal muscle function in...
All-in-one horse supplements are often marketed as a simple way to support hoof quality, coat condition, digestion, muscle health, and overall wellness in one daily serving. But not every product described as "all-in-one" plays the same role in the diet,...
Leg poultices have been integral to equine care for centuries, offering therapeutic benefits to horses that aid in reducing inflammation, promoting healing, and providing relief from various leg-related conditions. Traditionally, poultices were crafted from natural ingredients like clay, herbs, and...
Equine physiotherapy plays a crucial role in supporting horses recovering from injuries, managing chronic conditions, and improving overall performance. With advancements in veterinary science, a wide range of physiotherapy tools are now available to aid in rehabilitation and conditioning. From...
Genetic disorders are an important consideration in animal breeding, especially in populations bred for specific traits over many generations such as the Quarter Horse. These conditions arise from mutations in the genetic material passed from parents to offspring. Depending on...
Carnitine is vital for energy production in horses, helping convert fat into usable fuel by transporting fatty acids into cell mitochondria. It supports high-energy tissues like muscle and heart. Horses naturally produce carnitine, but dietary sources like meat and dairy...
Supplements for performance horses can help address the increased nutritional demands of training, competition, travel, and recovery when they are matched to the horse's diet, workload, and individual needs. Athletic horses often require more targeted support than horses at maintenance,...
As horses age, dental wear, reduced forage intake, changes in digestion and metabolism, muscle loss, and joint discomfort can affect their nutritional needs and ability to maintain condition. [ref n="1"][ref n="2"] Given this, the best supplement for a senior horse...
Feeding a horse requires the right balance of forage, energy, protein, vitamins, minerals, water, and salt to support digestion, maintain body condition, and promote overall health at every stage of life. While no single feeding program works for every horse,...
Omneity® is Mad Barn's all-in-one vitamin and mineral supplement designed to balance forage-based diets and provide a complete daily nutritional foundation for horses. Many horses receive enough forage, calories, and protein to maintain body condition, but their diet may still...
Athletic performance in horses refers to a horse's physical capacity to perform work, whether that means accelerating down the final stretch of a racetrack, clearing a technical jumping combination, or maintaining collection through a dressage test. Performance depends on how...
Equine science and equine studies programs combine horse management, animal science, and hands-on learning to prepare students for careers in the horse industry. Offered by many colleges and universities, these programs help students build practical horsemanship skills alongside a stronger...
Choosing the best vitamin E supplement for your horse is not as simple as picking the product with the highest IU per scoop. The right choice depends on what your horse is actually missing from the diet, including vitamin E...
Bracken fern (Pteridium aquilinum) is a widespread toxic plant that can pose a serious risk to horses when consumed repeatedly in pasture or contaminated hay. This adaptable perennial fern grows throughout North America and many other regions, often establishing dense...
Blue-green algae poisoning in horses is a serious and potentially fatal toxicosis caused by cyanobacteria, microscopic aquatic organisms that can produce potent toxins in contaminated water sources. Harmful cyanobacterial blooms occur worldwide in freshwater and brackish water systems. Under favorable...
The equine gut microbiome plays a key role in a horse's digestive health, immune function, and overall performance. A healthy gut helps horses digest feed efficiently, absorb nutrients, and maintain normal immune defenses. The foregut, which includes the stomach and...
Strong respiratory health is essential for your horse's comfort, stamina, recovery, and athletic performance, but choosing the right respiratory supplement is not always straightforward. With so many products marketed for breathing support, it can be difficult to know which options...
Laminitis is one of the most common and serious hoof conditions affecting horses. This painful disease damages the laminae, the specialized tissues that help suspend and support the coffin bone within the hoof capsule. In severe cases, laminitis can result...
Iron, zinc and copper are essential trace minerals in the horse's diet. Although required in small amounts, these nutrients have wide-ranging effects on equine health including oxygen transport, immune function, antioxidant defense and cellular energy production. Equine diets need to...
Helping a horse gain weight is not always as simple as feeding more grain or adding extra supplements. Weight gain depends on the horse consuming more calories than it needs, but factors such as forage quality, digestion, protein intake, workload,...
Topline supplements are one of the first solutions many horse owners look for when trying to improve muscle, condition, and overall appearance. A well-formulated supplement can support muscle development, especially when poor topline is related to gaps in essential amino...
Digestive health plays a central role in your horse's comfort, performance, and overall well being, but choosing the right gut supplement is not always straightforward. With a range of products targeting different areas of the digestive system, it can be...
Apples are almost universally associated with horses; in barns everywhere, apple slices and treats remain the go-to reward after a good ride. Apples are also widely used as ingredients in commercial feeds and baked horse treats, where they enhance palatability...
Strong, healthy hooves are essential for your horse's soundness, comfort, and performance, but choosing the right hoof supplement is not always straightforward. With so many products on the market, it can be difficult to know which option will actually improve...
Adequate vitamin and mineral intake is essential to maintaining your horse’s health and well-being. But with so many different supplement options on the market, how do you know which one to choose? The best vitamin and mineral supplement for your...
Horse owners often wonder what supplements their horse actually needs to stay healthy and perform well. While feed rooms are often filled with products promising support for gut health, joints, [...]
Hoof growth and hoof quality are common concerns in mature horses, particularly in breeds such as Friesians that are prone to thin soles, slow hoof growth, and brittle hoof walls. [ref n="1"] Nutritional imbalances are a well-recognized contributor to poor...
The equine digestive system is a remarkably complex and sensitive network of organs, adapted to process a steady supply of forage around the clock. When its delicate balance is disrupted, the horse's ability to process and absorb nutrients is affected....
Most horse owners know that poor air quality in dusty barns can cause coughing, nasal discharge, or laboured breathing in sensitive horses. But what happens when a horse seems worse outdoors—even on fresh green pasture? Just like people, horses can...
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