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Show jumper over fence
March 31, 2016

Nutritional Supplements for Sport Horses

We know horse owners love nutritional supplements, and the industry reciprocates by offering hundreds of joint, coat, hoof, calming, Read more
Racehorse working out on track
March 24, 2016

Antioxidants for Optimal Performance

An antioxidant cocktail has been advocated by human physicians for years, and the positive effects have also proven effective Read more
Woman feeding a horse in a stall
March 02, 2016

Protein as an Energy Source for Performance Horses

For horses involved in regular athletic activity, a fiber-only diet will probably not provide enough fuel for the combined Read more
Woman feeding a horse in a stall
January 11, 2016

Algae-Derived Omega-3s and Insulin Resistance in Horses

Researchers explored the use of an algae-derived omega-3 fatty acid, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), in horses with IR, hypothesizing that Read more
Yearling at sale
August 30, 2015

Feeding Yearlings: Sales Preparation

When one prepares a yearling for sale it is important to understand the nutrient requirements of the horse and Read more
Horses looking out of stalls in barn aisle
July 01, 2015

Dietary Omega-3 Fatty Acids Improve Airway Function in Horses

Horses that are sensitive to the fine airborne particles from hay, dust, and mold spores may develop chronic inflammatory airway Read more
Dressage horse at show
June 24, 2015

Feeding Horses Based on Work Level

Obesity has become one of the biggest health- and welfare-related issues in the equine community in many developed nations worldwide. Read more
Picture of a young girl riding a school horse.
June 18, 2015

Performance Enhancers for Horses

Generally, nutritional ergogenic aids have been suggested to be far less efficient in improving physical ability than an appropriate Read more
Performing a flexion test on a horse's hind leg
October 28, 2014

Do Joint Supplements Work in Horses?

“There are several other studies both in live animals and in a laboratory setting that support the use of Read more
Picture of a young girl riding a school horse.
June 12, 2014

Fuels for Energy Production During Equine Exercise

Carbohydrates and lipids are the major fuels used by the muscles of working horses during exercise. Read more
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