Allergies
Managing the Itchy Horse
Regardless of the initial trigger, itchy horses often have an overworked immune system so it is essential to provide correct mineral ba...
It’s Itchy Scratchy Season: Why do horses itch?
Spring and summer are often difficult seasons for itchy horses and their owners. With warmer weather and longer days, there are more bi...
Why do horses need an omega-3 source?
Fresh grass. Horses love it!
Nothing can beat it as the basis of most horse diets. It provides essential fibre, energy, protein, vitam...
Managing Itchy Horses
There are five elements to consider in managing horses with itchy skin:
Correct basic nutrition
Omega-3 to omega-6 balance
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Antioxidants in Horse Nutrition
Why are antioxidants important for your horse?
Stress, infection, detoxification of pollutants and exercise are a few factors that can...
Horses don’t eat fish – but should they?
The whole horses don’t eat fish oil argument has been bothering me of late. No, horses in their natural state don’t eat fish when their...