June 22, 2023
Tags: digestive health, Feed, forage, formula, horse diet, horse nutrition, laminitis, Nutrition, safe n easy, weight loss, winter,
While equine obesity is a growing problem that comes with a host of health and welfare implications, let’s not forget that not every horse is a good doer, and this includes some laminitics.
June 22, 2023
Tags: digestive health, Feed, gro n win, horse nutrition, laminitis, low nsc, obesity, PPID, safe n easy,
While laminitis can strike in any season, a ‘flush’ of rapid grass growth makes spring a high-risk time. Being able to spot the signs of an attack early maximizes your horse’s chance of recovery so it pays to be vigilant, especially as subtle signs such as slight reluctance to turn or shortening of stride can be easily missed.
June 13, 2023
Tags: forage, grazing muzzle, grazing muzzles, hay, horse nutrition, spillers,
For many horses, forage is the largest source of calories in the diet and unfortunately, the hardest for owners to control! In this issue, SPILLERS™ Nutritionist, Sarah Nelson, shares some top tips for managing forage intake in good doers.
Equine distractions during social distancing
March 25, 2020
Tags: horse, buckeye nutrition, horses, horse nutrition, social distancing, learning, education,
Hunkered down at home? We've compiled this great list of activities you can easily do from the comfort of your couch. Whether you're in the mood for learning something new or simply being entertained, there's a little something for everyone. Enjoy!
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December 11, 2019
Tags: Nutrition, weight gain, weight loss, horse nutrition, horse diet,
Weight loss is a common concern among horse owners. Cold temperatures demand more energy for the horse to maintain body temperature and stay warm.
November 22, 2019
Tags: Nutrition, horse feed, horse nutrition, horse diet, forage,
There’s nothing like the excitement of a new horse or one’s first horse. One of the most important things to consider is that horse’s diet. But where to begin?
Equine Cushing’s Disease (PPID) – What is it, and how does it affect my horse’s diet?
November 22, 2019
Tags: Nutrition, laminitis, equine nutrition, horse nutrition, horse diet, Equine Cushing's Disease, PPID, pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction,
Equine Cushing’s Disease, also known as pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) is one of the two most common endocrine disorders diagnosed in horses. The other is Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS). While PPID and EMS are completely separate conditions, nutritionists often make similar feeding recommendations for both situations. First, let’s define each condition. Alphabet Soup – What is PPID
Nutrition Nuggets: When to Consider a Complete Horse Feed
November 20, 2019
Tags: Nutrition, safe feed, nutrition nuggets, complete feed, horse nutrition, horse feed,
In this month’s featured Nutrition Nugget, find out if you should consider a complete feed for your horse. A complete feed contains all the nutrition your horse needs in a concentrated form and is specially formulated with high fiber and appropriate levels of vitamins and minerals.
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Probiotics May Help Support Digestive System of Horses
September 12, 2019
Tags: horse, buckeye nutrition, equine, horses, horse feed, equine nutrition, horse nutrition, horse diet, digestive health, probiotics,
Reproduction, performance, schedule changes, travel — all can affect a horse’s delicate digestive system. If gut health is an issue for your horse, or if your horse experiences regular stress, adding a probiotic may help support digestion.
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The best ways to feed a senior horse with dental issues
August 30, 2019
Tags: horse, buckeye nutrition, equine, horses, horse feed, horse nutrition, horse diet, senior,
As your horse ages, he can experience dental issues. This can affect what and how they eat and could contribute to a loss of body condition. We’ll discuss signs of dental trouble and give you some suggestions for various feeding choices to help your senior horse’s health and performance.
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