Do horses actually need supplements?

Do horses actually need supplements?

Every horse, whether it be a pasture pet or Olympic athlete needs a complete, balanced diet to meet their nutritional requirements. A varied, balanced diet also results in a healthy microbiome in the hind gut of the horse, which can produce a number the building blocks horses need to be healthy - such as Volatile Fatty Acids, Vitamins, and Amino Acids. 

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5 Warning Signs Your Horse May Be in Pain - And how to Help

5 Warning Signs Your Horse May Be in Pain - And how to Help

As a horse owner, there’s nothing worse than seeing your horse in pain. Even worse, your horse can be in pain without you realising anything is wrong, meaning they live through each day quietly dealing with constant pain. Here are five warning signs that your horse may be suffering pain in their gut, and need help.

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I can’t get low sugar hay for my horse - now what?

I can’t get low sugar hay for my horse - now what?

Getting any hay is difficult this season, let alone low sugar hay that is suitable for our horses.  So what can you do if you can’t get hold of low sugar hay - or any hay at all for that matter?  Equine Nutritionist Nikita Stowers shares some feeds and strategies to help you provide effective amounts of forage for your horse to maintain a healthy gut and good condition.

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Help - my horse is Grass affected!

Help - my horse is Grass affected!

The term grass affected is often used by horse owners and equine professionals - but is “grass affected” based in science, or just a catch-all to explain our horse’s behaviour? The truth is, it’s a bit of both. Here's specific list based on science and expert knowledge of what is in grass that can affect our horses.

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Top 7 Tips For Horse's Weight Loss With Gut Health In Mind

Top 7 Tips For Horse's Weight Loss With Gut Health In Mind

Horses who are often overweight are likely to be at higher risk of health complications, including Insulin Resistance or Deregulation, and Laminitis among others. Keeping your horse at a healthy weight level is an essential step to long term health and wellbeing.

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Harnessing the Power of Flavonoids for Laminitic Horses

Harnessing the Power of Flavonoids for Laminitic Horses

Almost 8% of equine deaths can be linked to laminitis. Factors such as obesity, high sugar diets, hormonal imbalances, excessive workload, and a myriad of other environmental issues, can cause horses’ immune system to overload and trigger laminitis. It's crucial to address the root causes of laminitis while providing supportive care.

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Why MetaboLize® is Getting Vets Excited?

Why MetaboLize® is Getting Vets Excited?

Is your horse suffering EMS, Cushings, prone to Laminitis, or often overweight? This info is for you! Find out why renowned Equine Veterinarian Dr Erin Roddy is getting goosebumps over the latest science-backed supplement formula from Poseidon Animal Health. It’s plant based, it helps your horse regulate sugar, and it’s making waves on the equine health scene!

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