Digestive/GI

In two studies researchers looked at the influence of three different forage-based diets on gastric ulceration in young horses Read more

Horses will usually avoid ingesting harmful plants or other toxins when offered high-quality forage options. But as highlighted in Read more

We know that some, but not all, horses grazing in certain geographical areas with sandy soils are at risk Read more

By the time foals are weaned, usually between four and six months of age, the digestive tract is capable Read more

Despite the fact that horses evolved as near perpetual grazers, modern management practices in many areas of the world Read more

In contrast to previous studies, researchers from Michigan State University’s Department of Animal Science found that healthy aged horses Read more

Some horses can safely eat almost any type of hay. Other horses—those that are overweight or have various metabolic Read more

The bacteria that cause botulism are always present in soil, so horses are never far from the source of Read more

Although it is speculated that the bacterial community is established early in life, little research in foals has been Read more

Horses lose weight for various reasons, owners may need to adjust the feed types or amounts for these horses Read more